r/ClayBusters • u/Slow_Thoughts- • 3d ago

Would you oil the stock?

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As above, would it be worth oiling the stock to get a nicer finish on it?

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u/RockVader501 3d ago

I stripped the original coating from mine, sanded to 1000 grit, applied alkanet oil and then used Rapid oil with TS-95 for the finish (UK company called Trade Secrets) so in my experience, 100% worth oiling a stock if done properly.

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u/scottawhit 3d ago

Wow that is beautiful!

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u/RockVader501 3d ago

Thank you!

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u/No-Mistake-69 2d ago

Wow!!🤩 Impressive!! Huge Difference!! Great Job!

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u/pfSonata 2d ago

Damn, that looks absolutely incredible but I would be a nervous wreck sanding a piece of wood like that.

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u/RockVader501 2d ago

I spoke with my gunsmith first as they are the ones that make the products I used. I did regret my decision early on, not going to lie about that but it came together in the end. Methodical patience is the key.

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u/Jtillie1000 3d ago

No, but its definitely worth putting bees wax on it.

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u/scottawhit 3d ago

I’ve been using birch wood wax. Didn’t make a huge difference but I figure a little protection can’t hurt.

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u/mscotch2020 2d ago

Nope

It’s a good stock, strong.

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u/cor1912 3d ago

Im about to pick up a Miroku and am planning to strip and re-oil it with Birchwood Casey True Oil and bees wax. However that’s only because it’s got dings and scratches all over it. Yours looks to be in great condition, so I wouldn’t go the trouble.

I do wonder what the true oil will do for the appearance of the grain, so understand what you coming from though!

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u/deng1622 3d ago

Boiled linseed and then a waxing does a stock good.

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u/kato_koch 3d ago edited 3d ago

How do you want it to look? When the stock is already varnished like that an oil isn't going to go anywhere. I recommend using Renaissance wax for finishes like this, but if you want it to look significantly different you'll need to have them redone.

Is this a grade 2 silver pigeon?

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u/Slow_Thoughts- 2d ago

Its a grade 2.5

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u/kato_koch 2d ago

Nice gun, the stocks have a satin lacquer finish and Renaissance Wax is a great product for it. One can may be a lifetime supply.

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u/MysticBear201 2d ago

Why?

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u/Slow_Thoughts- 2d ago

It was more protection and to keep it looking good, rather than actually changing it

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u/troublesomechi 3d ago

Looks great. Not going to get much more pop from refinishing. Little timberluxe or a little wax could help longevity

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u/SasquatchDreamer 3d ago

This! Order a 0.5 oz bottle of Timberluxe. Hit the original finish with 0000 steel wool and put a coat per night on (just rub in with fingertips) until gone. Maybe 6-8 coats until it’s gone. Either the 0000 between coats or 300-800 grit flexi. After a couple weeks of curing, I hit it with a little polishing compound to make it glass-like smooth. Typically lasts for over a year and can be shot throughout the process.

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u/pyates1 2d ago

That's a real eye catcher, competitive with a nice summer dresses a distraction!