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jarman66 · August 26, 2008, 04:55 PM

Hello Everyone,

I have some questions regarding the refinishing of a Walnut stock.

1) What's the best way to remove the polyeurothane finish? (Sanding or Paint/stain remover) What kind/brand if any?

2) How would you remove this (Poly/Stain) from the Checkered pattern without damaging it? (Procedure)

3) What are your thoughts on Glass Bedding the stock, should this be done prior to final finish/staining or oiling of the stock?

4) Should I free float the barrel prior to final finishing?

5) The Remington BDL has a Black/White cap at the forend of the stock and one on the bottom of the hand grip, how are these attached? Can they be removed before I start refinishing or do I just need to tape them up?

Your thoughts / suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

JR

August 26, 2008, 04:55 PM	#1
jarman66 Junior Member Join Date: July 23, 2008 Posts: 13	Re-finishing Remington BDL Walnut Stock Hello Everyone, I have some questions regarding the refinishing of a Walnut stock. 1) What's the best way to remove the polyeurothane finish? (Sanding or Paint/stain remover) What kind/brand if any? 2) How would you remove this (Poly/Stain) from the Checkered pattern without damaging it? (Procedure) 3) What are your thoughts on Glass Bedding the stock, should this be done prior to final finish/staining or oiling of the stock? 4) Should I free float the barrel prior to final finishing? 5) The Remington BDL has a Black/White cap at the forend of the stock and one on the bottom of the hand grip, how are these attached? Can they be removed before I start refinishing or do I just need to tape them up? Your thoughts / suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thanks, JR Last edited by jarman66; August 26, 2008 at 05:47 PM.