US National Park Service Conservation Publications online

[CWP]

Here is an amazing link from the US National Park Service. This is a list of publications online that will help individuals who have collections of fine arts, furniture, ceramics and glass, leather work, books and papers. That of course includes militaria collectors. From these publications, you will learn specific procedures, techniques and materials to care for your objects. The files are pdf format.

http://www.cr.nps.gov/museum/publica.../cons_toc.html

There are tips for preservation of metal items including firearms, as well as organic items made of leather, paper, or textiles. I found a lot of good answers in these publications.

Chris P.

[Ralph P]

Hello all - I want to thank Chris for posting this useful and very helpful link. I have pinned this thread so that it gets as much exposure for all our forum members.

Thanks again...Chris