Reeder Custom Guns - Loosening rusty nipples

I picked up a Starr Double Action revolver and am working on cleaning it up. I need to replace one frame screw, the hand spring, and the nipples. The problem is the nipples seem rusted in place. How can I get them loosened up? Are they right hand threads?

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special wrench with better materials or contact than what you can find. They have some really impressive penetrating products that truly kill the rust process. Just give them some time. Heat also is your friend.

You might find some specialty forums with some knowledge in them.

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PREVIOUS OWNER HAD NEGLECTED. IT TOOK THREE DAYS IN KROIL TO GET THEM LOOSE. ALSO GET A QUALITY NIPPLE WRENCH FROM SLIX SPRINGS.

Loosening rusty nipples

Try KY jelly.

Anything fruity with high alcohol content

Bob, I'm not surprised you thought of KY jelly.

I think they are right handed threads. You might make a spec

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Thanks for the info

This could be fun!