Firearms - how to remove spray paint?

Question

I just bought a used shotgun, and it has green spray paint in areas.

The paint is on the reciever, and on the synthetic stock.

How do I remove the paint without causing damage, primarily without affecting the bluing ?

Answer 1

laquer thinner and scrubbing

Answer 2

Buy a product called  Goof Off  use is sparingly it removes paint fromo anything Good Luck

Answer 3

try wd-40

Answer 4

Non-acetone based nail polish remover is worth a try. Whatever you do, be sure to do a test first in an inconspicuous area.

Answer 5

Brake cleaner, (at the local auto supply),

will clean the metal -(NOT the stock, disassemble for this).

The synthetic stock, you might be best off re-spraying

in a color of your choice.