Lets get a some lever action #### going

This picture is for Kirk aka Win 38-55, one of his and one of mine:cheers:

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Well folks, I haven't been to the range for more than a month and cabin fever is setting in. I figured I'd put another coat of Conservator's Wax on some of my old Winchesters this afternoon and take a quick photo of my rather modest levergun collection.


From top to bottom:


Winchester Model 1886 45-70 with full octagon barrel. Received in the Winchester Warehouse July 1, 1890
Winchester Model 1894 38-55 with full octagon barrel. Received in the Winchester Warehouse June 9 1897
Winchester Model 1873 44-40 with round barrel. Received in the Winchester Warehouse August 1, 1889
Winchester Model 53 32-20 with upgraded wood. Barrel date, 1929
Winchester Model 94 30-30 ('Old Savage'). Barrel date, 1954
Browning Model 1886 Saddle Ring Carbine 45-70
The cartridges are arranged in the same order.


The Browning is the only modern lever gun in the lot, but it is such a fine rifle, I just can't part with it. I've had it longer, far longer, than any other lever gun.


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Mike Webb said:
Where can you buy Conservators Wax? I have heard it mentioned before but never seen it. Is it for wood only and what is it made of? Just curious.
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Mike, I have heard more about the Renaissance Wax, but they seem to be quite similar...acid free micro chrystalline waxes.
OK


CONSERVATOR’S WAX – a blend of highly refined microcrystalline waxes of fossil origin based on a formula which has become the standard material used in museums and art galleries, and by professional conservators and restorers the world over. This high performance, crystal clear wax may be used on wood, metal, ceramics, ivory, marble, polished stones, leather, plastics, gilding, cast resins, photographs, and like materials offering excellent moisture resistance and protection against heat and finger marks. Its application on exterior surfaces enhances weather resistance. CONSERVATOR’S WAX gently removes grime and built-up wax.


Renaissance Wax is a high-quality blend of refined micro-crystalline waxes which remain neutral. Formulated by a renowned British conservation scientist, it effectively cleans and polishes all solid surfaces including metal, wood, marble, onyx, shell, stone, ivory, plastic, leather and even paper, neither staining nor discoloring. It has high moisture resistance, and can be used to protect paper book covers from finger prints and as a protective coating on photographs. Reduces gloss of picture varnish and prevents blooming. Also adds luster to water colors and other works on paper.
 
Mike, I picked mine up here in Ottawa at Lee Valley Tools. Good product, an use on wood or metal of gun. Good enough for Cody Museum, good enough for me.

Matt
 
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