I have ordered 4 different books that were suggested on this site. All parts were carefully placed in marked seperate bags. I have stripped the wood with a citris base stripper worked unbelievable. Have soaked for 6 hours in acetone, then transfered to a pan of Methenol. Wood had very little oil but has cracks similar to the areas cracked in the pictures you posted Kyrie. I will address slowly as I go. Will post some pictures when completed.