S/27 98k

[LToms]

Just wanted to share some photos of my ERMA 1936 98K. I picked it over the weekend at a local antique show (never be able to say I never found anything there again). It has all matching numbers and about 40-50% of the blueing. The only problem is that the stock has been refinsihed. It appears to be TruOil, anyone have any thoughts on how I could strip the finish and get the rifle back to the way it should be? I added the sling and cleaning rod from my mismathched 98K.

Thanks,
Phil

[bodes]

Just wanted to share some photos of my ERMA 1936 98K. I picked it over the weekend at a local antique show (never be able to say I never found anything there again). It has all matching numbers and about 40-50% of the blueing. The only problem is that the stock has been refinsihed. It appears to be TruOil, anyone have any thoughts on how I could strip the finish and get the rifle back to the way it should be? I added the sling and cleaning rod from my mismathched 98K.

Thanks,
Phil

Phil, I guess my thoughts are try acetone on an indiscrete patch to see if it indeed removes the TruOil.....If that is successful, the original finish of the stock would've been stained.....After staining I would wipe on some linseed oil......Hope this helps....Bodes

[LToms]

Bodes

Thanks, I will give it a shot.

Phil

[Captain Emo]

Bodes

Thanks, I will give it a shot.

Phil

Don't use just linseed oil. Most of those who refinish vintage military stocks use a combination of boiled linseed oil, turpentine and a tiny bit of Japan Drier. Mix it together and rub on in light coats.

Be careful with this stuff. It will spontaneously combust. No kidding. Let your rags dry in an open area before disposal.

Do NOT sand your cartouches.

The CMP website has information on stock refinishing I think. Try www.odcmp.org

Eric

[bodes]

Don't use just linseed oil. Most of those who refinish vintage military stocks use a combination of boiled linseed oil, turpentine and a tiny bit of Japan Drier. Mix it together and rub on in light coats.

Do NOT sand your cartouches.


Eric

I agree....Tread lightly near the stock cartouches....They appear faint already....Friend of mine used something on his stock to refurbish it and stock swelled obliterating the stock proofs......And yes, use the "boiled" linseed oil....I have heard of adding turpentine which I believe helps thin out the linseed oil and helps the wood absorb it better.....Good points....Bodes

[LToms]

Eric, Bodes

Thanks for the additional tips, I will check out the web site.

Phil

[CrankyFrank]

Some more good tips and tricks are located at:

SurplusRifle.com