What's the best way to clean vacuum tube pins?

Lance,

That's not a bad idea, I'll try that next time I'm swapping tubes and see how well it works.

"I use a tool called Fyberglas Rush eraser. Its bristles extend and retract with the twist of the cap, almost like a tube of Chap Stick."

Albert, could you provide the model number you use? I clicked the link and there were a number of alternatives.

Thanks for your elp.

try a fine emery cloth pad, or very fine sandpaper.

Very carefully!

01-17-13: Jperry

Albert, could you provide the model number you use? I clicked the link and there were a number of alternatives.

I use the blue metal body version, and purchase refills by the bag. Model is E111/C Metal Body Coarse FybRglass® Eraser.

Here is a link to the page Eraser company has for that product:

http://www.eraser.com/products/component-preparation-equipment-product/e111c-metal-body-coarse-fybrglass-eraser-2/