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    Also agree with I-44 and USGI,
    This is a case where less is more.
    The 'Aggressive Solvents' are to hot on original patina. They are better used after stripping metal finishes in preparation to Re-park. I can't speak for all of the above mentioned, but MEK or Lacquer Thinner work very well for final De-greasing before dropping parts in the park tank.
    For just cleaning original metal finishes, I just wipe clean with light gun oil until the rags or patches are clean of grime.
    Then leave a light coat on the metal both inside and out.
    Same treatment to my every season hunting rifles/shotguns and muzzle loaders.
    For long term storage I add a light film of light weight grease and pack away.

    Don't use BLOicon for stock cleaning, if you do you are 1: getting some grime off but 2: you are applying a partial hard finish.

    A good friend swears by Murphy's Oil Soap, I tried it a couple times and liked it but.........
    My favorite for removing surface crud on a lightly grubby stock is GOJO Original hand cleaner , the original (Not the "perfumed" or abrasive type). Applied and buffed off with a soft cotton rag. Fine soft toothbrush on tight areas. Have used this for years on old stocks and antiques without harming the underlying finish.

    FWIW,
    Charlie-Painter777

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