V varsity07840 45 Cal. Joined Jun 5, 2003 Messages 910 Reaction score 3 Feb 25, 2006 #1 I could use some tips on using dyed accra glass to tidy up some gaps around a buttplate. Thanks
5 54JNoll 40 Cal. Joined Jul 12, 2004 Messages 251 Reaction score 0 Feb 25, 2006 #2 If the gaps are small you can use a ball peen hammer and upset the metal (bend it) to conform to the stock. Then use files to clean up the brass.
If the gaps are small you can use a ball peen hammer and upset the metal (bend it) to conform to the stock. Then use files to clean up the brass.
L LRB 75 Cal. MLF Supporter Joined Aug 25, 2003 Messages 6,535 Reaction score 1,512 Feb 25, 2006 #3 You can peen it to close the gaps, but be sure that it is screwed down tight in place, and be very careful in the toe area. Don't get too close to it.
You can peen it to close the gaps, but be sure that it is screwed down tight in place, and be very careful in the toe area. Don't get too close to it.