re-blue a berral & action

[The100Road]

I bought a Browning BL-22 that is in pretty rough shape. Looks like an easier begginer project for some reburbishing. I already have the stock sanded dwon and am going to oil soon. I was also thinking about re-blueing it. That you tube videos make it look easy but have heard that it is hard to get it an even color. Is this a do it yourself project for someone thats never done it before? Has anyone used "Perma Blue" and what where the results?

Thanks for the help.

[JimmyHoffa]

For the perma blue it is hard to even out.  You have to do a good job on degreasing.  And then for best results, use a butane or propane torch.  The stuff seems to like to be used on really hot metal.  Then do multiple coats.

[The100Road]

For the perma blue it is hard to even out.  You have to do a good job on degreasing.  And then for best results, use a butane or propane torch.  The stuff seems to like to be used on really hot metal.  Then do multiple coats.

Is there a different brand you would recommend that works well and is easy to use?

[JimmyHoffa]

I haven't tired the others.  I just get the perma blue because it is cheap and relatively easy.  It is a light bluing, but easy enough that I can just reblue every year.
There are others where you have to mix salts and chemicals and dip the parts for a certain amount of time, but it seemed too much a hassle for me.