Re: Compact .40 is rusting after only 2 weeks of IWB carry.
You got that backwards.Ruprex said:
You got that backwards.Ruprex said:When I get the gun back, I'm going to purchase a cochise defender in the hopes that it doesn't hold the moisture like the kydex does.
nunnya said:I don't blame you for being upset that your Melonite slide is rusting after a couple of weeks.
Does the slide come in direct contact with your skin?
Do you use CLP or some other protective coating on your firearm?
Thanks,
nunnya
nunnya said:I don't blame you for being upset that your Melonite slide is rusting after a couple of weeks.
Does the slide come in direct contact with your skin?
Do you use CLP or some other protective coating on your firearm?
Thanks,
nunnya
Melonite is a hardener and doesn't have anti-corrosive properties. S&W uses a SS slide to fight corrosion.
binkerton said:I found rust on the serrated part of the slide and on the rear sight of my M&P this weekend. I dont carry mine on me, just under the seat in my truck with a padded nylon holster. My heart sank and I was quite embarrased when I pulled out my new pistol to show a friend and seen a pretty good amount of rust on it. I wish I would have taken pics now but was so freaked out that I cleaned it with an oily rag before thinking about it. Guess I'm gonna have to start watching it closely. I had it out last weekend to show somebody and thier was no sign of it at all, and I've cleaned and oiled the thing after both times I've had it out shooting. I'm pretty bummed. I like this gun a hell of a lot better than my glock but the glock never rusted and I took less care of it than this. Hope it dont come back.
newgunner said:What the hell is stainless steel for if it rust so easy?? I can understand if its been exposed to water, but to rust when left in a holster in a truck? Not acceptable for the price of these pistols. Well I do have an m&p9 and was thinking of getting the m&p40c ,but this just may change my mind on that.
I live in Florida and humidity is always high.