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I am looking to refinish a stock that some kind person poorly refinished in the 50's. The JP Sauer model 32 made in 1932 has basic walnut stock and forend. What should be used after the stock is stripped to make it appear as close to original as possible?

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Did it originally have an oil finished stock. Many refinishings involve waterproofing coating to improve weather resistance. Of course that is no excuse to do it poorly as you described. Klupps in The Drilling mentions maintenance to the oiled stock. First decide which is appropriate, or that you desire. There are still stains and finishes which can approximate "original." Messed up stock finish must first be removed correctly--particularly not to over-sand the piece. Scrapers CAN be much more conservative, even a sharp edge of glass to remove finish without removing any wood at all. I have preferences in stains and finishes, and whether and how to fill pores. Some modern finishes such as Permalyn can work wonders, but may in fact look a lot more luxurious than original varnishes, which may not in fact any longer be made. Steaming out dents or filling small gouges with lacquer stick may improve things as well. Some people don't mind if it ends up literally looking upgraded. Some want original. No one wants poorly done which is what is meant when someone belittles a piece by calling it "refinished." Most of the great stockmakers reservice their own clients' firearms, but may or may not take on an outsider restoration. Best of luck. Steve

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P.S. any saturation of old finish in checkering may be removed chemically or by carefully re-running and pointing it up. It may mean a lot to you to avoid deepening the checkering if it is re-run...a good place for a professional. Just my opinion...

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Steve,
I dont know if the original stock was oil, given the gun was made in 1932 and was a model 32 made for the German market, I am leaning towards the oil finish.

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Once you strip off the finish I think you'll find very light colored wood. I have refinished a bunch of them using Behlen's American Walnut alcohol bases stain to restore the color. If you have to do any repairs, fill the grain first, then sand back to bare wood before staining. Then put on top coats of finish once the stain is to your satisfaction.

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thanks for the info and Tip...

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I usually fill pores, but all the drillings I have seen with original oil finish left the pores open. You can even see it on their websites and in their brochures. Steve

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BTW--I would highly recommend applying truly waterproof finish to the inside, inletted surfaces. Many drillings I have seen had raw wood inside--no wonder some became oil-soaked. It won't show on the surface, but sure will help.

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Hey Steve,

great tips
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Doug


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