Help: Webley Premier seized up after introduction of neatsfoot oil

[hwtyger]

You sure it wasnt silicone based stuff? Silicone metal-to-metal is a no go, it'll seize
Seen various with breakbarrel seized after 'oiling'the braking joint with silicone..

[greasemonkey]

hi,i have stripped many webley pistols in the past but the only one that gave me real trouble was a late model black laquered premier.i tried everything but nothing worked until i heated the assembly red hot with the oxy acetaline.this obviously destroyed the finish and the spring.the finish didnt matter as i was nickel plating the pistol anyway.not helpful i know but just relating my experiences.good luck with the job,greasemonkey