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Title: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: TentHunteR on January 21, 2019, 01:10:35 PM
My good friend, Joe, whom I hunt & fish with, has done gunsmithing for a number of years. He knew I'd been looking at a Marlin .22 rifle and while over at his house about six weeks ago, he pulled this out of his garage and handed it to me:

This is a barrel & receiver assembly for a Marlin Model 81-DL bolt action .22 rifle (circa 1945 - 1949).
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/b31pTeIWO3vL_x7Z-273dgbi7wvP5PU5-PoFWkAvmlN6cxZE2z5zGsFcnEH5yf0lKQzBmDLMU8p2jZoy1OPbt1eEcb8MamgVJ6888ITlEwbMayW23pHZ6hcRcz5GJ8d0xFy5zrhvJtGrNwRpa_pHlzHCJ1BWJfSbZ6POCsn-LFxZhKeSPqj3KSXqkhQstddhGrSn8Bv49BRT26bIMLbeweEj8A4T6hFhtBOLI8Vmxu0_RduipE-3GIvU-_3au1x8k8iVYB5KJ-woXoNJQJa7zOtIkC1FWXeUodyqV4g58aUzpl8nyQnH4en0dHSlhVLE6ACxyCdlc93M2duYlv7FqL3-DNUgAV6iw3j2X36KgMDgbFT4Wzq2vO4eXOhAx69YptV4KMf6dKzWHcpzhkphN17hu0kAWdsFYQbYo1Kac5gAWRbQASQkUR1zZJy6RFVWnsTlWR4VPb907giief_AlbBc2_kJrny1eC1Jf5tDxBNWdQX76sWyMYuP84QS46qhV3jGsQwGHq1v9YFwa8FlVC3_WgDhyXKZIfDrveO0T5YYU1SG7p_H5GcH5rc-qUEI8S4uM5s7kGzCMhfRnrfKdHO96Ch6dxqEZkMqJ1xntx9emyXjBq9sybWvDe_BqPIHAYuShbT-CePkGvukQ6aNUiQ0f1sve1-YKUlTaeSCSa0mKchCPjwaCULz4GKSyvrxHxUaTu7vG3G5kcSFGZHaZjDL=w800-h204-no)


He said it was given to him years ago and had been sitting in his garage ever since. It still worked, but needed a stock, a tube magazine, and some TLC.  He then said I was welcome to it, if I wanted it.  I gladly accepted saying, "Sure, it'll make a fun Winter Project!"


Here are a couple closeups of showing the surface rust on the worst side. The other side has nowhere near as much rust and the inside of the barrel looks to be in good shape with no pitting or rust that I could see.  Although the receiver assembly needs a good cleaning and lubricating, all parts, including the safety, still move freely and work! Click on pic to enlarge.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/GkpCy6oYKEqWL5IXm1gIQX8pAQbGF2bXQwirftAtxpehimwaUADMEqjFNVOjKn5SGl40VipHEFwdTlaww6cFfS7az7PLNeblcFU73Dc9ce3KdwK9mLUBdqqE6OiACi6nMCq4rMc5BF_XXjUv2ZPgpaiEfOXxlk22D7dQH_e_d5jbDUI8C1lGziGcGMxGbRuyI7W7rM1QkpJLmM-F3Ajhj1BHgzcsxL8OQHtL5A1iAD3BJV5uIoruDRKRg35GFpmF5CXW5yPPfHJ5nD3mTawZGr_kCjlgc6I304TV98PJZhW9ATgMYby3_VDV3yptP0G1EttIyAnRxpRbXJlcFZjHa_q-20D5n5WjimLahePvgFJDq9YQzvG0Vw1nbk7UUeqV-zz5M1ttvVyeuAVL0SZrSu9jlJTRw3gkO_1dM7aT8bKtmpufuwlcI0gyeBAG3_6NWJPUWWMuCiLdsly4_vvfJtFbvTyjT9NiYS-9cNUPZMJPHLjvXluRC01ZYG76Ha3Vt0GiBSbfiIkjZCA4dgZqbsAN7DPCiWGeQga4-7OAWQPGVw_Z6Hf94Uc6Y2Kpyo3g8FoKc07VYjaYpHR2yHEf5y1bA3ta2YOO705EL38FYrs_tBLp_kYdDu-Whv90DOjyCYgqx6vA8WhkZrdIpMn5eLNxRcmyr98=w640-h480-no)


A little background on this firearm - How I dated it:

*While searching for the parts, I started wondering exactly when it was made, but there was no serial number or date code stamped anywhere on the barrel. This piqued my curiosity, so I had to find out what I could.

Here's what's stamped on the barrel:
The Marlin Firearms Co.  NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A. - EST. 1870
MODEL 81-DL  - 22 CAL. - S - L - LR  ─────○─────


After quite a bit of research, here's a tidbit of what I learned:

●  Marlin made the 81-DL from 1941 - 1964, with no production from 1942-44 (due to WWII).
●  The "DL" means it was the Deluxe Model, which was fitted for peep sights, and the DL magazine held 17 LR rounds (versus 15 for the regular 81) model.
●  This barrel has 5 groove Ballard-style rifling, dating it to pre-1950.
●  Based on the variation of the trigger, receiver assembly, and sights, it's not an original 1941 model.

So... that narrowed the manufacture year to somewhere between 1945 - 1949.    Cool, this is a classic!  :thumbup:


I also found an ad that appeared in Field & Stream, with the 1948 pricing of the 80 & 81-DL's (click on pic to enlarge).
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I was able to locate a stock in relatively good shape and with all the hardware, a new elevator for the rear sights, and a complete tube magazine assembly. Note: This magazine was listed for an "81-DL", but after getting it I found it's actually from a Marlin 81. Its about 2" shorter than the DL version, meaning it'll only hold 15 rounds instead of 17. Since it was complete including the pins needed to hold it in place, I can live with this!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ip_CkotrtxXGXBYtix7gRW-3HjLFiaF7cFyE-qurH5SnIuPVDjFGMeifkB9jB96hCTCkynz3RcT_3ez7BVOsHtxoJyqGoBWbdzbIyLRm1HvACw32vfBADolX8_p7O_HHuwjvBWPrZrQVjZ-3Jwe8WTuLNphrA1yUxp08Cn1L2Np5pKy-ZXXZO9h6fabqJqthfS_F58WU58Lo2GOfNATmZN4IJsE9jMdULK8mjqFr7-QSohTJLqNmsaI0WwiTgGxJMlVF55ivw2nlGOZbiysMqCBzK1DJsA1YEtYh994BKCsQREJ6D7wX0LuuFr59Qg0uOdClSw3ajoqSMsC1aNiOdczzJlOPlnZA0LMHtHu5Ph1KuHCrSKrhubeLy1DFpcKfJ9GqGVNsx-BfoEOrQrCK2i8X9h6ZlatPHmtYStb3VIgxkgitU_ddkUFe24y5N2bT-FBpm-DyIYlo23QtDj0WLIqi6z32kRn9VxMzEQaKbSMKgATVgJIA91Vz-XVCRa9H4yVnX81RLwMOzx_glveIi5YhMztPyvc45hWsF4KRoG71GDO89WpWlTrGhNx9OoYG4AoVEiSUCpqS6LOZw5AQ_4fYL_MWH7kS7Hg3RNd4TGLsAsHPIhFijFGFsGfjhYFGJvE_y72pGI90KmkfE6APgBxj9XuOouw=w800-h212-no)

Now that I have all the parts and supplies, my plan is to completely strip-down and re-blue the barrel, receiver & magazine, and to strip and refinish stock. 

I also plan to upgrade this rifle with a decent scope.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/s-4ScUUSkGhOodaIWbt7Doswy_0-18r3-kMJj4d_IX8OhvbE2QOu--9zO3FWBPbLraLpIkM5AH2utKHab4uxVUO7w0rdLSLUq6BOIua3UWKY6pTNKrR1Fm1iOERMuUMJtfKddW2K0zMLD7JRNTmSjqYe3GlhZVsCm01FIe8YJr8-sIVaoyIv34UAH7-f0UnJmqSraJXK92Us2Q9_bSVch0PZaHE-wpwMRMzZxSG-o_6xNbfhizBpFopOdynohbinC-mvxHupQP6O7uu4dtRvYCkxTUABALPoluf-bhvyWWwconrwLXXkpK6fl7z85_5SwD2tWDq_uuSerGH_mtxDxWfO3tKBFt_0-Nmtq1GfJiA43j0Mgyl0i9mtBpi-K-few46YOhXNriGlEvfjByL-VGRVNuaBL87AE2FKVHp-r_PQGp9w44WUOKeVT0DNUsg06lBhh5uLzdhEqJ_nqksU0UFNTSw93vxXL7bC1GBMsh_NgaZSuJwaVwl9VlWtavig0TfKm2_C_pm2RzS5xUXGKiUt7RpT7_NIAAukn36BPhGyIhVzNioQUxJ1pd1s0VHvac0TucuItPRlRT8M3rkR1VjeHNdOmi_m5qx0OZZ22dk_YH80PJDRjWJnVI-L1QkfrUs3QnidaTzNk5-8Nkq51KtDqbsz1pI=w640-h480-no)


I'll update with more pics and info as this restoration project progresses, so stay tuned!

Cliff
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: RAD on January 21, 2019, 01:16:57 PM
Now, that is a cool project, summer, winter, or fall. Can't wait to see her done.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: tlg4942 on January 21, 2019, 03:24:10 PM
   Nice project gun for sure.
I want one of those collar and tie clasp mentioned in the lower left too....
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Jaxon on January 21, 2019, 05:16:12 PM
That is a sweet .22, Cliff.   I know you'll have a great time refurbing it AND I'm sure it will make a beautifuk addition to your collection.

Looking for to the follow-up...
Title: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Pappymn on January 21, 2019, 06:01:07 PM
Very cool project


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Title: QQ
Post by: DWard51 on January 21, 2019, 07:56:30 PM
I see BBQ smoked squirrel in your future!!!

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Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Salmonsmoker on January 21, 2019, 09:53:12 PM
I still have my Cooey .22 single shot bolt action rifle that I got for my 9th birthday. It's not in as good of a shape as yours is Cliff. I still want to try and restore it, as it still works. A fun project, for sure!
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Lines on January 21, 2019, 10:04:41 PM
Did you find your parts at Numerich's Gun Parts? I buy a lot of parts there.
https://www.gunpartscorp.com/
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Smokin Soon on January 21, 2019, 11:49:19 PM
When I moved from Northern Michigan to NorCal, I had a good collection of 22 rifles from the 50's to 60's. I was spoiled in being able to target practice in my back yard. Being more of a shooter than a collector, I sold the lot for a good price. Not much into the regulated expensive ranges they have out here. The build quality of these firearms of that era are a good example of US products at a competitive cost. I do miss them, nothing like coming home from work and popping a few beer cans in your back yard.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: sparky on January 22, 2019, 12:16:05 AM
I'm not into guns but this is pretty cool.  Looking forward to your progress cliff.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: TentHunteR on January 22, 2019, 02:11:41 AM
Quote from: Lines on January 21, 2019, 10:04:41 PM
Did you find your parts at Numerich's Gun Parts? I buy a lot of parts there.
https://www.gunpartscorp.com/

The elevator for the rear sight came from Numrich.

The stock I found on eBay, and the tube magazine from GunBroker.com.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: TMB on January 22, 2019, 08:14:25 AM
Looks like a fun project to do.  I have an old Steven Savage .22 that I like to get restored for my grandson.   May need to get with you on getting parts
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Salmonsmoker on January 22, 2019, 10:22:50 AM
Quote from: Smokin Soon on January 21, 2019, 11:49:19 PM
When I moved from Northern Michigan to NorCal, I had a good collection of 22 rifles from the 50's to 60's. I was spoiled in being able to target practice in my back yard. Being more of a shooter than a collector, I sold the lot for a good price. Not much into the regulated expensive ranges they have out here. The build quality of these firearms of that era are a good example of US products at a competitive cost. I do miss them, nothing like coming home from work and popping a few beer cans in your back yard.

Yup, the true double tap. Pop 'em to drain 'em, then pop 'em again.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: akruckus on January 22, 2019, 11:04:04 AM
Quote from: sparky on January 22, 2019, 12:16:05 AM
I'm not into guns but this is pretty cool.  Looking forward to your progress cliff.

I'll second this statement.  I will say I'm intrigued but older guns.  Only gun I'd like to own is an M1 Garand
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Lines on January 22, 2019, 05:15:39 PM
I need to look, but I think a customer dropped of a Marlin 81 for consignment in our shop. I'll report later.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Lines on January 22, 2019, 06:13:43 PM
Went out to look at the gun he dropped off. It is a Marlin Model 81. Not a deluxe DL, just a straight model 81. Looks to be in about 60%-70% condition. Not bad for its age. The bore is very good. I may buy it from him for my personal collection. Maybe I can trade it to someone for a good Marlin 39A lever.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: akjeff on January 22, 2019, 10:29:53 PM
Great project! :thumbup:
Title: UPDATE - A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm: Stage 2 - Done!
Post by: TentHunteR on January 26, 2019, 11:10:29 PM
Okay, Stage 1 was finding all the parts and supplies needed to restore this Marlin 81-DL rifle, so next is...


Stage 2 - Things to be done prior to stripping and refinishing the barrel and stock:


1)  Temporary assembly and test firing - DONE!  :thumbup:

The bolt action is a bit stiff (old build-up and rust), but everything works and ammo feeds down the tube magazine and chambers nicely.  Everything should work even better and much more smoothly once the receiver is disassembled, rust removed and and all parts cleaned & lubricated.



2) Drill and tap holes needed for the scope mounting hardware - Done!

I figured it was smarter to do this step BEFORE I stripped and re-blued the barrel!  ;)  Since my friend Joe (who gave me the barrel) is the one with the gunsmithing equipment and knowledge, we did this over at his house.  A huge Thanks, to Joe!

Here's Joe drilling and tapping the receiver.  This step cannot be done haphazardly. It was mounted in a proper rifle drilling jig which ensures it's sitting true and level so the holes are all centered, straight, and spaced correctly.
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3) Test fit the scope - Done!

Plenty of eye relief, no problem with cartridges ejecting, and the bolt handle clears the scope while cycling the action (will have even better clearance once I adjust the scope back a little further during final assembly).
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/bmNGTh0NuO0A-XYhfHLRvrfYM4c9vtTp699hyI5ZsDOdy3_8LkhEsQUmrtUfbqIcffOl84CrXsTUfUrKjkmmkJXJMdsikrXDjZw9k3KrBBuFoM46WFDDoldQ0aImgWNhmGQYgOUqwEGyibvDVLXrIW7z8AiMFBWDqY6IbecUydgMKjMDzZ8-U9wwR6aPoRA5rAsCFz8_3gnBbiJSXOifEJznW28VIhS2njrL7_AW7azpdniSbC_nAUkZ7s1j7o5zHcwD3S0ErRw_XTK7raG4l0uFPYVpIWHPiyXApNYEtKNyQSJshbNwkjftPkExHJJU47fuh9wnzA5ltKpa83RLdwnK4v-59JJUarvF6rrekBzCbwHLdZjrVXO9ORKGrkI4SzqVCQ8fj9xp5exjElZsNPTiGiYR2pwmFlZahAgkUCos8ccH4r1nhwQ-2NJv8c8nCJeohN18tZNgn2LAVAOb0SkpEMyfBjz4K0kyWDKdqTcCQ7-SSngMNIMhy5zDndEXlgdiY8t-JXYNQrtxPXK-m5ChjYtGVZokDKqY6jA7SwJm0l_MnUFxYank6FhvZtIF2PdkwDZ0wv4uHyi6qBhU_gd0pw2AI71PFBFc-rK9JceIKR768lxP4XAIA5ii78L6gwal9oEbRsUme4t1kPuvzn6TgN07zCc=w700-h370-no)



Next up will be stage 3: Disassembling, stripping, cleaning & re-bluing the barrel and receiver.  Stay tuned!
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Lines on January 26, 2019, 11:18:18 PM
Sounds like your on the right course. I see you're using Weaver Quad Lock rings. my favorite.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: sparky on January 26, 2019, 11:22:30 PM
What does that mean "bluing the barrel" ?
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: TentHunteR on January 27, 2019, 12:02:04 AM
Quote from: sparky on January 26, 2019, 11:22:30 PM
What does that mean "bluing the barrel" ?

Guns or gun barrels that have that classic smooth deep bluish-black patina have been "Blued".   It's literally a controlled oxidizing of the raw carbon steel to help protect it.  Without getting into a lot of details, there are three basic bluing methods: Hot Bluing (done at factories), rust bluing, and cold bluing.

There are lots of videos on youtube on bluing.

Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Salmonsmoker on January 27, 2019, 11:59:26 AM
Nice, Cliff!
Title: UPDATE - Restoring a Classic Firearm: Stage 3 - Done!
Post by: TentHunteR on February 05, 2019, 06:29:33 PM
Stage 3 - Stripping, & Re-Bluing the Barrel, Receiver and Magazine:


Disassembly

Receiver/Action disassembled and ready for some tough love! Note: This was the better looking side of the barrel.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/CENbn5-1rngF7k2YROWU-UjsC94KrUFD4AVMD1kG68nAOT1Jij9u217DmQjrY0HSlXBfv3YtUQavJcux9FNNRpaTwUOoqQtkp1DaE4jhQ0A_fc5iIklZ8GR-ewR1LctIbC-tFM99K0XN-LxHDublAY81Xtma7LIBvr6__Vj5fc9iy_687EhUWKluEXx2lVVLYBDX7epT55WtQ5TJCppC_QsYG3MuL8qiU3nmGdDKKdkb2YyaYJfGMqJuO_cMEg_KVJRWxXln64OBGONHGq-WB9OydidRJfqVSTonA-tFWBLye2m-Odo9ECSSFoSI93eJLOCHro2cliP6haNBDTDngHACsru9zx3tJ0KGEaquBbvxiteLZ_x4-Y-QHwOZ-b4NoBAfR-g8bM2B_rHOXHwxnQ1uVJTPCorCdEeUGtQYwQ1NNVLsaPStCvyUhnotNjx9Vfbc34iyfBGfgtfXFm_9aTSJyTW-7lYaBdwOvWVVbgzlI78nrLrHhaUZpxkwkxI8I5KZt-qDyx-sT_1THBc90Y7e_MoA_yNyjaBVv0rwfVlPJMqd5uhIbhicKTGio45LVHMSTPS-6Y6pP2kUOra8bbuXJ4nvUZ3x9jGrUBhF1wWHiHzkdFpwSTXnbfRE413gym3WjpY8ENHrTJNYnlFQx4t7g2kgo3I=w800-h348-no)


Here's another closeup showing what kind of shape this barrel was in.  Even the Trigger Safety Screws need some work!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/XXk3uN2-_8hFjnPUhJnhNO5ia5Z2-Zr816kVoo4nMm0Ivi5C_PU2g5AE01SsLVYqe2jbcXPdMwnHFB2Y_AfPZROsnr2sCBBfBTEz7kqoc5XVkHBmafQEMORxIs8fHPytLFM6avre5uQJu62HuKKeMsti8wklBoAvmHBMUS3ZPQPovOOdlQEPWTuXK_k66Rci1GaTIzYlmD_JItAbWrXh03y0PyHh9-_Mwnfnockf4MFuNgMDkMU2PbdbInB3f7jBPHS2gfPrmXHWzOPzUDqezMkDCxj8MCihCktF4YH4h8jJc-1yyjT_X8xDtKB22_5VZyJ1YgIBMsMBTOcut27JeTK7SWbzve8foG1n-Xk944mFOU7TfjvYE8tsNDGEFzlyCH0LOifr303JmmX0TdDpAUQKi6STv0IIC4wVW_6-xNcyoviuds6FlXosqTfy_-gRGlITXkla13ayjI1LKGHr1bxDFqLd-mO83nlHJzWKQ3hOy3XyGMWZzssHP5Xu77YCpMsYYBLntBIn6uIkB0DwXTK01tQiTLFZ3x_9JWFlCeAMWYM4Oh2qTXfeGDcHpT21Lh8bUAsKcWtyT_cM7FY2yOC-5HE7E7lVs_xAjLlBRRoziyRMoom_Z84WeJiWIQ_uLZzSuxb3-cR_nJ3qe689N-rFmrD3ZBc=w500-h374-no)


Stripping the Barrel/Receiver, Magazine & parts.
I used Birchwood Casey's "Blue & Rust Remover", some steel wool, and plenty of elbow grease to remove the bluing and/or rust from all parts.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/o3bTivq4A98WRrq92HfNNbcjwmcLxZovHDaChxK7gEgevyvRK_npCpNNvGN1nlB6VcQDx0xhuHQnpD8QE9E2qslQckreS_LVN6BTYZpUSS7KRi-8wkgzfRfi6ES7t5uee0qNP8AG8EQNtQ4hI0mZor-lXBydFyLQeBD6VKtFm4_hRzITnGFd7PMdlsifEx-d_XhqrU3JFb-B7XRo1eN0uDR7Gscp8dmHtmTCKBuAeukoDnX_U5HkvCByYIsRbtA9ReSqDE4wSv5-ODSLeYwnuTcmD1hy9kTr9Yfz1kj9e7YiPTKdT0kzFejaLzOD0nhaA-l7mmqQppZ8YdCwf9C6JSrKwpJFva7P4vx5abv3WpvCHj-E3AGS_GvK2EpdoK6W7EhOV1O4WxZ2kcR7drVWLrIpdudwiKGoJemnm8kjQS_koYXtzCdh8InLyVgSHjZE-1vxaAbaNtOp1Cc150vj3CVcI6Psj7AZMf-CQKCplLvhZw2U0Vmk65lmyY0Sm9BTeMGvacq7P-MKgoQfBSfpP1ykfQmhGdcVPNmWvewCU10cStV3RJAt7htF2-xynzPha7OxeQd8dRPwPTZRVFztUJhWBrQkyiCA79bfL_kxA2ADcu7eeajxIdPNmbGqEukpdHOEkVkWGBhvwRDv2Bdr2kjE5etAORg=w800-h426-no)


Here are all the steel parts, including the magazine outer tube, stripped down to bare metal, polished/burnished where needed, and ready for bluing.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/bIkIsxAj939Sh0BjkwSRLwuGJTHKBQJRyGB-hOwAhoT7t9gauMmANe6oQi-sELELHFq-x9mfrsKtcOp6eMNhTbvpnD_8AfPEtqNcj_6HaOpvtb98VndUYut0KspsDTEMHW8TUIxk9bcuEjDlBvYIrybFpUQPztAq_9ZcPhVsM399hFp-WbSU-uioPkzMR_F9QGZJ810D6iSFg97b6nmWl2_F3Fd68VfKszx8z5dZaPjvuFx787zmWWv7sD1YO465LF_u0oBcwEgdSwZNWkGhKQKJ32H9QQyF5LntnT5FFAcFjRg0AReHopgIub2IHOyy9v_Xzr_G_-hOdm75AMJ1maxoJYRhEuD9qEwsJCz1_rtVLFQp6FtzBcl8S5O4gzmWRblQhILQvIuHmCV9Slv-CXpH0lhphGlvi4KByQVn8UqUG1bLp2PGBdRuogX3Ykt6E7PJWcmuxoKyfqfEEfV0N6drhtm7vCdHFAzIwRVnuxLOGyqWtWPITNFw7OM_gIIstplk-kYvG0G_J686q5Sc7NVIaPeh4CxmDzgSD6qyesbRVdAsKnt3bMzU2hqYdHmdbiCZWT6FZq3HOVjpJ29I7DwPcYNQD_5lf7JKlmmZQm4zFsoAUyQD1YkrHP8csLJLUzKTcZxJ3QrKXpFl3UQkcSXA3KBcMtE=w800-h378-no)



Re-Bluing the Barrel & Parts

There are other methods of finishing a gun barrel besides bluing, but this is a classic firearm and deserves a classic blued finish!

What is Bluing?  Bluing is a thin layer of blueish-black iron oxide on steel which, when maintained (lightly oiled), acts as a barrier against weather and normal rust. There are three basic bluing methods: Hot bluing (considered the best), slow rust bluing, and cold bluing.

After much research on the various bluing methods (including pricing), and products, I settled on a "heated metal" cold blue method paired with Brownell's "Oxpho-Blue Creme".  This product cost a bit more, but is highly rated.

The method I used for this product:

Here you can see the receiver end (on the right) is finished, and I'm now working on the barrel.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/jAimjstjBZivhMyFUc0c1He12ouuppguiazIuLUVypjtsmdYdktsxeCEUX0EIc7dn7pdSKKa5KlYjDbURCF_Ey_8U0izcg6zlhxbF06cxEV5HmiBUUbcivJFb_dV9vRWBYKFYr6X-iIV4ihpBVrRv-IRc9N17lnoGf2hwK9ICFrXeRF-KzrQ3pGp9IVIBs4_bZjyFHXcOhdJsFvUjD1ppFgO7_ckZwv87Gy3qvJ2sjJhKp5SJfGxWBNSWzNeyskjoZOJ1jyL2Asi0F3ovyIen9_g0wPkTkXJ_qvnKlKN7-MIWiHj-vEGxuSFAPs7T3XhFbzKs1VfQkPX-8V4TYJ3BJckVAdgBfLfs6hIe1lcb0fOdFEwWY7Lm_olADzvedxC89SvtEnXJ-gupO3ZIj4j4YbIBpd-qi_ss4MamaLm1jLQwyhfguzOYGFxIXh82j1KBQOA5281tlXGA2Yi-Lz5Zda_Zso5V3U81zfzixiKHn1bGLqzvPCULVZit08RSyTEMovEr47BXbEKPbX_1srJbSc0d06GaMI9YADT1HCQJsVUq9YM5EVTtWthMQojAcJKlhNSS-cT9duM6TfJSo0V2sAaHTCvTlsvOUyh95-y167cQKdx74IYTl3r7fY50w19ZSJ_RT_2fq6Yxpv6dVSUlJJrELBShgA=w800-h442-no)


Here are all the parts re-blued, and/or cleaned & polished (including the Magazine inner & outer tubes).
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/BwnfopH0SwYjiolUuFy-WZEMq3-WuHVxuqRnKCRbOM5X_gi6vbALufKUp7-7HYBbqLVxcIXIVp4ilVd6W35PvB1XQVz_gGEPjosRv8U77oqPEblFgtFlAw_2YLmQKdCYR5CGe_emlao-bhywvl1DYEde3gSw1iUch0Zf0zKxfvRIfq1ePuaERad9tkxzSs4evhKcPfR-DpGk0Oc2GD08Q3l4-CLswCcGLarrK5ROqCyt0NBvYwsW6sjkFUX9SDakJAplNGfh5KxneCAIQ-XA_E2XXBYkf7GOd0sd2nkB7O99MNYYcg5sdOC2bux-KMCa9wk-2Tvv8l2GBcB9LFXnD6yvADejh7C0hzJViwjnTOq4L3KEjTv7I2C_Kre2-pPpe_xNWQOI0G_rbadlyA8y7ZYEeOdwcQXy732Z6ynY_1rsiMVl9ZLY5EuN1G6t4LrFAcyLUDChNitlAo8EMziaq6x7Dn-gMT0CCxmLBbpxznW-TlZrf9YUaAyYzGYCSoci0vKvzO1WM79CvrGwFwQsyiFVohkZCXBi_LctuPa9IrNdfvNxnHABfJd8W875vhU0iSoCeOJyVQsl0Y832aDPlvyS4crIPoJKt8o8Ich48Yg6mNjSVjXKAN_CrLJD1YCW9ClAaFQRbh3jlayuCOtZUCuxEQwU8aU=w800-h300-no)



The results are nothing less than spectacular!  While it's not like a perfect new barrel, I am more than thrilled with the results so far!



Stay tuned for the next stage: Refinishing the Gunstock.

Title: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Pappymn on February 05, 2019, 10:38:50 PM
Looks great


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Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: sparky on February 05, 2019, 10:54:53 PM
Looks good cliff.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: TMB on February 06, 2019, 08:05:36 AM
Looking good so far :thumbup:
Title: Restoring a Classic Firearm - Update - Stock Essentially Finished!
Post by: TentHunteR on March 24, 2019, 12:36:54 PM
Well it's been over a month since my last update, BUT I have a good excuse...  I've been super busy getting the other forum setup, and doing some much needed updating, etc. to this one!  ;)


Other than a couple touch-ups, the rifle stock is finished!  This has been, without a doubt, the most time consuming part of this project.

Disassembly & Hardware

I started by removing all the hardware from the gunstock.  This image shows how much dirt and grime had gotten worked into the forend (front) of the stock, wear spots towards the shoulder end, and some water spot damage near the grip.  If you look closely you can also see some chipping in the butt plate that needed repairing.  The hardware was in decent shape, no major rust, but the bluing was a little worn, so I'll address that as well.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/jjoVH9U_pXxsF7smwpNDzZ2w7-I3A5dwSaBl-B0jwmY6RbxOniofbEjlyO3bToiuwmszRLpTO2LeiH_xXom60oF91ByhRu92cJvOMMjSkhtWdn_WcWd7kYMhzZyIdqvaUOSq-fEA7JhkgNphqeF9WQc2uMNeCiWNINRLRXep_DTn3u8BQa90-uJx0mbV7zhr4BUKFWlU0GEuH4JLcvR-EMQSUqW90AHQTzzABzFwFWxMxW0nAvJEdeqtWwnRHuW0UP7WO9sDiHrzo1CJuXvyZ8RogMbJkJMNOsZ1qcvbrO-naOIHwzxrqkBAKl_2iTqqhNRus7yPtEG7g6KzTFHTR0pBRcH2Z6n0wDFFYnI3Q1qALrMEqSbRyHY9HqMA-uXGrKedBLQYgH1FRa3UJBvqqXLlAXufDvOYkxVdYnIbb40OtDhQdxH4-OmIevvtAfdOHOEd9phII9XPikF_zohMc3-S7v0gEEY38pVhE5gQRbaY7OWk0tFxL37FtCM71yPyxFdTCaUz_c1tHQiSMvD-EP_AZX8iR5rBuoUYe6F2YXIhT48IFW17sV5W7RHTB1Txbwx5akQSXDgJPlaL81TFwLx_Kooqpfi-MQY1j1SDW-xdBEYhbjpBDzl2doSe7lPMzrrPtQEBRBVNVLyA9CEItULW3Ip56xb3OUkKGEcEHtCG7HoaPiGj-zNuKgbDy9GqYJa2hnt2UjWZ0ERzObO4PPdQ=w800-h242-no)

All of the steel parts were stripped, cleaned up, and re-blued using the same process I used for the barrel and receiver parts.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/wPrLSUdgBqihW-olGPQXja_19f7nanQKUycQoHdV9eCeS5z5qf2sm8X3KurUwsKMaLH3b2UxoEKgDty_aQfaEG4r_tOtWr58--Nu4V6WLXBp2SJAClgG39erLAMgpmLMC1FfXSEF5ug_synrvkoqpaMxhbZIBXD7NRHXuzVtYhaw703AXT5_LpSU07CPjvTrQYlPcVGX2tCFvjVeYeEU0GmGaIVhy4bay4ci1Cw17FSLmapeh5rzGbqhBOsK9hgR_cGDLCKv3-ha_FRZQP0JFaoXKWunG5TWeO9GybXD98pb7dL_USQi0kIL7o8-jLbAlbaNykeRSIJA0ZBZVQ8AzyVIfNJBcLPpBv9tdRfRMTYM6574X5WZ-sx44R-pe12fV6i09eQvi-CHrdUi91QCVXO-n0uxUWJMRO0-S9Yw1XX-abPTj4QkSBvaxJGt7R6NTPOME0TPHLn8J4rPw9yOk-9gdo58pWz4gQ4qcKRaFEF0FDT_pLUzGrXu4JHC50uGNdYaVtCBoygk8kscY0sTpqezw5KN47PndksaVuVOengZfTxUNhKcLJ4do1dHu-gCrepOfVTQpeZkb0AqTwbLmNhi889Qnlv5xlelEToVjLAGGIBgsNe3zALC5uiN0i8_cfl-vulU02cWhVfmUO1QH1-IDrwgNeP26BK-MkbghPY5SH2UnvmgsLErK_Ayq0SiHSpV84qH6ABl_Ryq7ndliez7=w618-h222-no)

Here's the butt plate cleaned up and chips repaired using JB Weld Epoxy Putty, sanded and finished with a coat of black spray paint.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/nswdcIs_97pWGnBmLagSEPc4780MEQxrLpJC7Dk9oU330Bvq98702vSegH-ZwtxJ4NXb7dhIK9PqNtL0vE9APnuh0RCKdQZM1nxO_nJQYIIeAHg6TJA8v8Ddbj0zDUS_DlcsJEdg2nk8q-srbv4AgMr0eNUdHET3fZHs_m6N6Wg-DybPilwojZjqwx8dkDdxYB15EDlJW8fNCwBlSBi70H_wC4yJPZkIimWt1TUuErdH6BK1VAWnFxFpKGPNEdC3Jo6LhuaJoVzkouRUMmLOw4VNozFlZRO5VZMOJRi6YVTt4oj8wPga5zcoJ0m7LKioRzx1CshodZyAk6_hBToJ368EF8Urkcu2GLyt4KY9P7ZADyafleVA87zxnucYlv-VfHXolLdvyRXB_DPmymtPSYne-NTE4KXSjtV2IcZE9oa4wVdm75OF5jSDNbOjgu0Oh3ocpV2v4Jo6uvndHiEgiNqu3icLraZ_tUkQnuePPmI41Vv5GgTvs6oyYHmEMuHZ1fw-8TaNpUcPOo4wMNP6yGeDCTfoYCs4fVCQL_DZ8wL0k7h6FfWe08aGvHhH64vrKD1mJeiXsT8FS71AEQl-adT7FLXNjfkQbOlWi2miLcF2n4g4uHZhkAC8LzUU1Q2-Bmz7fFW2xZiZfwP_BkcEmwReIy8OxkpMLfrOvbpZiPe3vwk6nRTL6EDNZAdyb5dEghbX8L0xSdmd4VYOVYaZY0sa=w544-h530-no)



Stripping the Stock

I started by stripping the lacquer off with a thick coat of Citristrip paint stripper and wrapped in plastic wrap overnight.  It was scraped & wiped off the next morning leaving just the wood stain behind.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/FeLtsD2pjWi_JyimQS5Xo3lH1axl9BjQqXNcSwph_bxcrhpPNgDoP6UmuQEbXexrtzQlwTNZ77a_Z4VVikBoxBK-1HhHgW9vMv7LuGkeeh5Vi9WxKo-TwspMD4uwF5ZQsXddqTIn7gCAfSAVMd6pSkMa9qzN3hCRTy5LmXbaDQrXn6_IY-M7_HYFR6N2uZDktDduE7jQFCKxLtZeclxtWO9R8pd-Cgdh0cpFCirtNJOCYygDP2j43_j0kLLdWti0LTWVHuXLJjw1eF4hIls-hZr-EIQtu6WJJAHpDu3lgYiBTrpWRhOAxYn06zmT7PeFrh2u6h5rqWsbvGNCvIC0V3d7iQ4dyayJFdkeDsZnK0hNvcs7AgHnP7y_1MTvXcMS3FyyVTIrUvDkFVJYRJHMGQepJiq5nZIMHvmB5VVkvJuBe1pV9zBOAgr9_MchG3SDtK9jEwnXE1pb4-ficIkxAy7w-wIPnaJlIsEGqCUxY60yNDAWGamHRoa1yogDG-mB_0rcZboQAOgA53b-A_e0bPthMOAK7JgzWQOdt_ekLlrTC8q5RXggogIr2OInbGjrgJibaNXVuWmMBodw_stn9PkiObtbgMXUzPbIlue2VHRvX4t7wK1LpUsdF7nabOexn3l7BBrILIPY2GoBwBTldgxveHniRhOWqWODppB-bCKF8d7XXDbt-7s-Mb5n9gI1YovI7B7POJg7pRw-ELzhLX7f=w800-h300-no)

Next, water-soaked shop towels and an iron were used to steam out any dents. This also lifted out much of the old wood stain and raised the wood grain.  After drying, an initial sanding was done with 180 grit drywall sanding screen.  To finish lifting the old wood stain, I wrapped the stock in acetone-soaked shop towels & plastic wrap for several hours.  To remove the remaining dirt & grime stains in the forend, I wiped the stock with bleach, let it dry, then followed up with damp towels to remove bleach residue.  Finally, the stock was sanded with 220 and 400 grit sandpaper, followed by 0000 steal wool.  Wow, what a difference, and very smooth to the touch!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/I9YEBB_r5PA1QKp3sVbNVSL8hbW0mkMfRcND-h2VlQClPdTQK2f9NKwzbzCqX8ucWgdZnqC36P9_c9JgvTD3_ukRPOGlHwxcVt6NEMWPGnQr5D30_TGf4MHQtNjomIFMcOjJVfGJP5bIMBp8enoHxOPSrjBt5FYLp3vRLyCTgIPJPq5php41Lq6CovsZ7v1OZgXeEZ-763YjvD5M52yw5Y8z8fsmlLxN3JPhmuqlUYaqDD6cSTCqDmFTkoAGhmIE9ewj_GO_YTNnbgghGvs2qJU5xIyRBMjTDXJTR8CNBcjl50glBfg239oi3PAlScW6Xo81monNqXTJqySWOZaQTMt2pIiYSGBRTRj_oe9t6vhZXMh_gnySvt17quWQ9O68DYIBIcnRj7-FYH6blqlYIwVebokEpBoEpCU6_xMEJ4mS4DK6h_17U0JkOaJau9OWJx8oswngUcFEhHsM59P-un4t-BBrGPXXEsNjOs7wQk1fdZSX0OAO6J3qjAXY70bQ6iOZk4LvnnAoEK-Mn8bNYT131h2h1ntLF-5CBWh5szvXOig26h3edvqC8ZRCnPpZLC8bh6Wx7tHftfEso0t04jggvXsD91QEWbPA8f7rEfFRWWYn3KU15cF6BAE-kUKuX6vaqiWO0TUtiR1VfxYufA4_E0k3ES3UpA01AUuBmQy489JWKVRAmXUHDrueToZdZMzIRNFoYkgISL_S5nrUijnu=w800-h430-no)



Refinishing the Stock

Which type & color stain to chose?  Stripping and steaming removes essential oils and can leave wood dry and susceptible to cracking.  I also wanted that classic dark reddish brown color, so...  two coats of Minwax "Gunstock", oil-based stain was the perfect choice!  I am starting to love how this looks!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/U6ll6rnbLGerg-eb91Lxrp2l8iD_V7-opTZWdidADGwAg77msHC8upP8iIoQFGxRNLnrWGXarlsjglsiTBL9XvzF2ilhOlihH5y4q8ieEzTrbokzO70NUIWCkoQbjlus-l2Bbbf0N_Zuh2J77jENLlq6Oyznp5ytODUwmZ7sR1e2_Jjv8cpcEMW_r9S2aXU5wWfleueF10V0jZopJtlrHObhAY4cm5t1AV8DUMuTRCS5ajIvYRWZhRvA5Ky8m9qOrsZXLSy99TbhX6yEwEWsoMiTPLquA23DRl9V9JW2Ih7fEbVEZFGqXUMXWY1Jjz3H50jz-bNT1PXwpKgYzIahigqPFKTiObtqL88bqRPKhl8bH_dCQ0XTt2VgUsZBHiJ_Ouyav__KMvbk-X-g5wwkX2ppzWrtUDYLtkyeLcz9b19I0Mf2PSRaEcqlrF_gxqy0Gqa_BsLDjfFJhy3Ws6zvnP6eLzKR8TLixQf1-MFFfF6NFkJKBF2OG1TExTsdEQuGfWazTlR1szOGWjtYkEZ5dJTH_mn4x-l-ejoNDIFtexcYnmak_vO85Mj-RVxfjdJaG5en1uW-s6vWYBH505jm7YIV96CgRxcYzRtIq7NBh2VDMl26RnNB2-TYmA2cZCmwhpWLoheHXIFmMoQ65k3yO1TSRnkSofg4ZvaRiNWhTVFfcfncBeY0cNb58fK5C6qWTnCll4uj4GpE0wOJBMLTB3iY=w500-h512-no)



After debating which type of finish to go with, I settled on Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil, for one simple reason; while it's more work up front, later if it gets scratched, it can be more easily repaired without having to re-strip the stock.

The finishing process involved a total of around 21 thin coats of the Tru-Oil applied and hand-rubbed in, then hung to dry & cure for 12 - 24 hours. After each coat, it was burnished with 0000 steel wool, then vacuumed and wiped down with tack cloth to remove all steel wool particles and dust.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/oimLZc_DhTPFzbA8ZwF-GRyU0K1xKD1XkVEEdIv_igwOhTKjIAQP5dn94dE9TuPbQO3Odp8g6PtrudGiGUTiBeRArzuRsHqUtpZWQaRRaoLb2CYrJWcEE0L7ssOLhcVT3zQNzwl66Q7oIepoGGM_jiLCxjHv8eC_Vv77NhCLbpSWIUAJ6MvFP5KIBeQ9aO7JNws9viVl6LcNE3sv4A69CPpSMnLJu52f1yEkWtWgLdA_V0_VX2zGQ3cL5bkEDehkGakTgOFC6KTbBpc1QXTFrgs8T0-WE1jqCAg_NTJRf7J3SpP-vUPzRemyH2SVYyYh4jIuWDhe6IETYo9SpbtJjJy46DfgRSB3MNExJwyofkj4y7mBQdruWS0PequTjVHsonyBYGjPOlGpuxRu2dPA7a9MTheiQIKfKDuxmA_tYwOqs7FvbHK3LSulg1_g55a8mWaCPGzX-8URws2am0b8yY9k1nSytqSP03YY2r46IxJ5ZLoPn3zH1HmrUdPmNlIg_HDbQ_agFdDg7famcWMWdCN7LND7GRqGKUObHYkh5hHDUF5rBeZ18W_gKkBujJCeWRheVrn-KJeMRRdPUC4DQ9O3QVFAApvb22x8oG8NnvaAYI1BznUTAw-AB59rMa045sL91ZH3kl7mn75_zxn2kvbH2fJgzIEuQtXjaUrxjhGSjeFyTNnwEp2Yz053nfdk2NsH1SDLaMJfNXrEdA37aBlL=w794-h590-no)


After every 5 coats, I did a very light, wet, level-sanding with 600 grit wet/dry sandpaper.  The final few extremely thin coats were applied with a small piece of blue shop towel.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/7oHTjYoqST_1mDk9eB_20vco2T6lG0prrxTGSzO9x27yKQd8SvAjPxv0Gz5ejzzLmLVSdo7bJ2IH3Hn15tc0K42iD6xottxvOEHw3QaBStZ9MRrBAMkeQkjRF_5Nj00ioRMenCzu9z73mNRXA9aX_3yyh_HHqx3RsczCA46GcZiTwPGccR2jZMJymqTtWjwAoCl-MIjbaq0Gd76qtIwq2ltd8mkcDg2qFnvQegg1ZDlGxgS4gjgthmZSdwrvHQkDxW2Ba4zagSaWSxpHvM3YKIS10TrqhSdzzldrLh9VnltQQ8PEgxRpZIX0dO-k_t_U0b9SmPN6rWDGM2YOam9FjaOjmxY3h_tp9kX0ReSqb2C76E--g4w_HNEpbWJQ9Nx3a3ur67BbPoojj3wZw-WQKp4YbJd5qWwu2aiM8HCQxtx7P-cXsQ60WyeRJsjHZdRNu0kUIic8mPAWrcmPKcNIhwK4qkqssYSA0i6jjdcvzCpBAagjKqqTYTQ9nKR2JDUeeRr28VTfmTT2eNnOyQpsDFc0L2Fg5Ori2VAsxKMGzDC6q9n4qh-5h9b61mkWKyCy79Z5akBUQGc-5yUJfFsyO7CUjsHadiZwrfkF-_airBa-ZeYjWLECOyIYDeIcxlxtXxjymJvqrNFSGG1aVMEIps8V5QmrewlJ4bFk26ij4f85f60vNS7wkEVeYm8Q6RFstFUrY1PaOYloE94cIm9dWjaV=w640-h480-no)



I'm very happy with the results: usable, but still beautiful and much better than the original factory finish!  After all, I refinished and restored this gun to be used! 
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/D37oGd07XxEi6U2mWvMJGf-zqEqqcNp17DlUga6xnqGl7xls8Jmdpg5XCVHh-IJLHFQ4y2meYQU-S1Dk04JJ2gUluJGvy6n9lrDP38F33AEyauETneesF3niJn99upn_xilF9nbf5MhK9oNKzpbUGOiis5iT4aS5ciTh9mBalSv-0tFlUWuowu13iz6z3GsLokI0dqDUmzjEZNTDdFChn8HyRvXVnPwq5ICJTkBn3ZvgWnaw8E_i5e1rWs0DSi_-P4c6mI_3lGgH-nNbZ11v0Zc8335zuWwSSGhRqY6Z4aXjLPHuBuYf5hSa1U7_HsjHoGwEYDkiowZHX16_JBG76wdv10mT4Ds5ksUHBE17TrhHVjmulDmGSs6k3W2SMNO5bEFV_QAVks2FaX9zDGV3Y-0O8g3b9VbCxzpJ3sz4_zblwbc8UtQyDI6fIj359VOL1DJ8B29oZHpVrnAx0XKKJGqi72FqRRef59gRmUbDL3SOV6fXjqtigNe3OZDZYX5X5QaJWZE6fghQ0WPEdaDWL5ZkrZHIKx3M7gMD5u0oAVfXLVErvmyypypoM32KWIVNM9PL0UoaEoLNXtp0XqtakCGQrRXQqWZn5s-oA-e16jLJ2qcLPMh0dAlRWlW5RMAN4zzsXrFGOBKDHNUVRGABcU0B-aHEQyMCIqQMnhTAntNLFl-sGugSBDfAt3z96A3BOP1oFnJt-9X4XIbFf7JpGtKY=w800-h456-no)



After it cures for a good 72 hours, all that's left is a few touch-ups and this project can be reassembled and wrapped up!  I plan to put a video together showing a few more details of the whole process from start to finish, so stay tuned!


Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: ACW3 on March 24, 2019, 06:15:21 PM
Nicely done, Cliff!!

Art
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Pappymn on March 24, 2019, 06:25:36 PM
Heck of a post. And you do really beautiful work


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Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: TMB on March 25, 2019, 08:09:47 AM
Looking so good!   I just want to start my grandson's .22 just don't have the time right now :(
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm - Finished
Post by: TentHunteR on June 05, 2019, 07:44:32 PM
I've been so busy, I almost forgot to post this!


ASSEMBLED AND FINISHED!!!  (Click on the pic to enlarge.)
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I am very happy with how it turned out, especially considering this was my first time restoring a rifle.  The research, and patience paid off!

The only thing left is to mount the scope, take it to the range and zero it in.   8)
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Ka Honu on June 05, 2019, 08:04:26 PM
Very nice.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: BobDE on June 06, 2019, 07:12:41 AM
Beautiful!
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: CDN Smoker on June 06, 2019, 09:41:34 AM
Outstanding Tent
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Pappymn on June 07, 2019, 03:10:01 PM
Awesome job


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Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Lines on March 10, 2020, 12:40:19 AM
Been away selling and relocating. Checked in to see how your rifle project was going. AWESOME WORK! That looks fantastic.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: Cajunate on March 10, 2020, 09:51:14 AM
Nicely done! Looks like a .22 I have. I'll have to pull it out and check the model number on it.
Title: Re: A Fun Winter Project - Restoring a Classic Firearm
Post by: CANNON-MAN on March 10, 2020, 01:25:53 PM
Nice job and a fun project. It is fun to bring one of the old favorites back to life. I have done a couple but they were not as basic of a start as this project.