Thanks for the suggestions. but as I said in my earlier post, I have a copper brush that does a very good job of removing rust without damaging the original finish. I use CLP, kerosene or mineral spirits with the brush. When it comes to cleaning/restoring old (and valuable) firearms, I tend to be extremely conservative. I would definitely not trust myself with a wire wheel. On stocks, I use the most fine-grade steel wool I can and very "judiciously".