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Refinishing a gunstock is one of those projects that looks intimidating until you have the right stuff in front of you. That is where the Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil Stock Finish Kit earns its keep. Gunsmiths and stock makers have leaned on Tru-Oil for finishing work for more than three decades, and this kit bundles the finish together with the prep and color materials so you are not making three trips to track down what you forgot. Whether you are dressing up a brand new stock or reviving an old favorite that has seen a few too many seasons in the field, this covers the full job from bare wood to final sheen.
The finish itself is built from a blend of linseed and other natural oils. It goes on in thin coats, dries fast, and stands up to water once it cures. One of the reasons people keep coming back to it is that it will not cloud, yellow, or crack down the road, so the stock you finish today still looks right years from now. It builds into a tough, hand-rubbed shine that shows off the depth and figure in walnut better than most spray finishes ever will.
The three 3 oz bottles handle the heavy lifting. Walnut stain lets you set or restore the color, the Tru-Oil finish seals and protects, and the Stock Sheen and Conditioner dials in the final look and feel. Fine, medium, and coarse papers plus 00 steel wool get the wood smooth between steps, and the service and polish cloths help you rub things out clean. It all comes with an instruction guide, which first-timers tend to appreciate.
Beyond full refinishes, Tru-Oil is handy for sealing under buttplates and recoil pads and for coating inletted actions, where it helps guard against moisture damage. It works just as well on muzzleloader stocks and kit guns, so once you have it on the bench you will find plenty of uses for it.
For most jobs, no. The kit includes the finish, walnut stain, conditioner, sanding papers, steel wool, and cloths, so you have the full sequence from prep to final sheen covered. On a heavily damaged stock you might want extra fine sandpaper or a tack cloth, but the basics are all here.
No. The finish is made from a blend of linseed and other natural oils that dries hard and resists water. It will not cloud, yellow, or crack as it ages, so your stock keeps looking sharp for years.
Yes. Tru-Oil works great on shotgun and muzzleloader stocks and kit guns, and it is handy for sealing under buttplates, recoil pads, and inletted actions to help keep moisture out. Any bare or previously finished wood stock is fair game.
Thin coats are the way to go, and most people build up several to get a deep, even finish. Let each coat dry and knock it down lightly with steel wool before the next one. The included guide walks you through the process step by step.
| UPC | 029057238013 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 23801 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Wood Finish |
| Quantity | 1 Kit |
| Shipping Weight | 0.95 |
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