Wow, thankyou everyone.  I have used a very few of these methods, but never imagined so many more exist.  I will be trying several new ones in the near future, and have copied down your suggestions.  I hope other Forum Members will benefit as well.

On 10/27/2025 at 9:34 AM, volzfan59 said:

Just like when I was in the military, Brass-o.

About 60 years ago, I still have the belt buckle (and a rusty can of Brasso).

I’ve tried a few kinds of polish on old t shirt material, on dull or dirty blades they all work, if it doesn’t I replace them.

Be careful using a buffing wheel or wire brush.  A buddy put a saltwater jig hook through his nose with one.

That's what a 'Helping Hands' is for - clamp that hook and go to work.