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It's best to clean hardware with a soft cloth using only a very light amount of guitar polish. The polish can help to remove any dirt, while the soft fibres in the cloth will bring the shine back. Just make sure to leave no polish residue on the hardware, as this could corrode the metal slightly.
How do you clean a metal guitar?
For metal parts a dry cloth, toothbrush and a mild jewellery or chrome polish, such as 3-in-One oil or WD-40, will suffice. With best results achieved by removing the hardware. It's important to remember that these agents are only safe on metal, so avoid contact with the fretboard and finish.
How do you clean stainless steel guitar hardware?
For cleaning metal hardware, I've had success with 3-in-One oil and WD-40. Remember that these products are only safe on metal, so avoid getting them on the fretboard or finish. I typically remove the hardware to clean it with an old toothbrush and then carefully wipe it off before reinstalling.
