I just got around to cleaning an old padlock that a found a couple of weeks ago. I tried a vinegar soak first without much luck, then electrolysis which worked much better.
Does anyone know old padlocks? 1800s era? Was this made by Eagle based on the eagle on cover? Never dug a lock before, so I'm on a steep learning curve lol.
Now that's I've cleaned up it some, how should I finish it? Wax?
Thanks for any info!
After electrolysis:
Before photo: