Gunstock.

[Schattenreiter]

Started out with this.




After a few weeks of drilling, filing, scraping and sanding I found this hiding inside. Putting the finish on now.

 

[Schattenreiter]

No too shabby if I do say so myself, and I do.

 

[Rolesvillerocker]

congratulations. nice work.

 

[Rolesvillerocker]

I am wondering. what type stain, color. Was finish oil or something else?

 

[Schattenreiter]

I am wondering. what type stain, color. Was finish oil or something else?

No stain. Natural color of the wood. Finish is BLO (boiled linseed oil) mixed with mineral spirits to thin it down. Poured onto the stock in small spaces at a time and wet sanded with 320 grit paper. This creates a slurry of oil and sanding dust. Once the entire stock is sanded wait 15 minutes or so and wipe off excess going across the grain. This helps fill in the stock for a smoother finish. Numerous coats make it smoother.

 

[Rolesvillerocker]

Got it. I'm familiar with the sand in process. Surprised that you got that rich color. It looks great. Thanks for the reply. The carving, shaping was some serious work, attention to detail.