Pitting on Shotgun Barrel (Exterior)

[bubbagump]

I recently bought a Remington 1100 and found this on the barrel when I took off the forearm...



She has yet to blow up on me...but I'd still like to know whether it will become a safety issue in the future...

[john323]

From the pictures it looks like it has been there while.Refinished over pitting.It shouldn't be a problem but if you want I will look at it for you.

[Fjold]

Since it's far down the barrel, the pressure is a lot lower there than in the chamber area so it's more cosmetic than anything else. Get a Naval Jelly or another rust remover to clean out and remove any active rust, then degrease it and cold blue it.

[bubbagump]

Thanks for the info guys!

[forgiven]

Kroil oil works really good at removing surface rust also.