An old antique look can be given to your gun barrel by browning it the natural way, that is, letting it rust naturally. First, finish your barrel so that it is polished etc. etc. Then leave it outside in all weather conditions and let it rust slowly. Every few days gently steel wool or fine emery paper the barrel (emery is better because it doesn't round the sharp edges). Don't let rust actually pit the metal, only allow a very fine surface rust to develop. Keep repeating this until you have the desired result. Sometimes it can take weeks but you will end up with a beautiful "antique browned look"...
Keep your muzzle loader looking great and add that aged look by occasionally rubbing a mixture of 50/50 turpentine and boiled linseed oil over the stock. The turpentine helps with the drying and penetration of the wood. Rub in with your hand until it feels warm with the friction. Use sparingly. Wipe off all excess with a dry cloth. It only takes a few minutes every few weeks and after a couple of years your favourite rifle starts getting that "glow"...
Dents in gun stocks can sometimes be ironed out, literally. Place an old non textured piece of wet cloth folded several times (approximately 4 thicknesses is about right) over the dent. Pre-heat the iron and hold on the cloth for a few second. Go slowly and gently. If the dent is not to bad the steam will swell the fibres and lift the dent. Sometimes it takes several attempts. Then finish off with your favourite stock finish...
Keep your muzzle loader looking great and add that aged look by occasionally rubbing a mixture of 50/50 turpentine and boiled linseed oil over the stock. The turpentine helps with the drying and penetration of the wood. Rub in with your hand until it feels warm with the friction. Use sparingly. Wipe off all excess with a dry cloth. It only takes a few minutes every few weeks and after a couple of years your favourite rifle starts getting that "glow"...
Dents in gun stocks can sometimes be ironed out, literally. Place an old non textured piece of wet cloth folded several times (approximately 4 thicknesses is about right) over the dent. Pre-heat the iron and hold on the cloth for a few second. Go slowly and gently. If the dent is not to bad the steam will swell the fibres and lift the dent. Sometimes it takes several attempts. Then finish off with your favourite stock finish...
