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.54 Great Plains Rifle
Parnell:
It's really starting to come together. I started the stock last night with original oil finish. I'm not staining the walnut. It's dark enough as is, IMO. I like it with the finish, too. Under the light it has some sort of golden highlights. I'm looking forward to getting out and shooting but not looking forward to the process being over. I've been very happy going through it. I've got some bow work to do but will have to start a fund for another project in a little while. Just too cool not to.
Stoner:
Parnell, Thanks for the info. I have been researching the cold method also. I have got a couple old muzzleloaders from my great grand father & great uncle. I have been researching restoration on them. Also not a smokepole, but my Remington 870 been with me since the beginning of time. No blue left, tried to camo with no luck. Thought browning might look sharp and give a dull finish for turkey hunting. Thanks John
Eric Krewson:
Heavy restoration of an old M/L is a no-no. If you happen to have a rifle of note you can turn the value from thousands to hundreds with some sandpaper and finish.
Buckeye Guy:
Please keep originals original!
Cold browning is fine for our projects of today
the 870 if its a wingmaster hot blueing is a must in my opionon but the lower grade ones whould be fine for browning probably be considered an upgrade
Parnell:
All that is left to do is fit the sights. I like the way the browning turned out and I like the way it finished. Its a first. But, I do think that on the next I do I'll let it develop its brown naturally. I've been speaking to Wildman about how to monitor the process in the future. I quote, "Barrel brown is the debil, Momma says." ;D
Been working on a powder horn and will start thinking about some leatherwork and a possibilities bag.
Santa Claus brought me a pistol kit, much to my surprise!
Here are some pictures...
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