I sanded mine off with regular sandpaper, gradually working it smoother and smoother with higher grit, and finally using steel wool. After I wiped it down with paint thinner, I used regular old Outdoor Use wood stain, almost natural colour. A couple of days later, I used a spray on Matte Finish Clear Coat, meant for wood, outdoor use. I figure if a Deck, or Fence is left outside all year round, then my rifle should hold up just nice, for the amount of times it will actually see the elements.
Im not a big fan of the shiney shelac, cheap coffea table look that most older guns have. I prefer a more dull, less shine look like this, but do what you want its your rifle. The way I did it was quick, easy, and relatively cheap.
Im not a big fan of the shiney shelac, cheap coffea table look that most older guns have. I prefer a more dull, less shine look like this, but do what you want its your rifle. The way I did it was quick, easy, and relatively cheap.
). All it is that some people appreciate rifles that were not made from parts. I am not saying those are bad rifles, some are very good. Face it if could sell those for 200 dollars nobody would have a problem with that, 269.99 is the problem. I pay premium for quality rifles all there is. Some people appreciate it and some don't.
