I have an original 1851 Navy Colt. 36 caliber. It belonged to my gggrandfather who was in the 17th Indiana Volunteers, Wilders Brigade. Years ago my father tried to clean it up and sanded the grips but did not finish them. He also sanded the stock on his Spencer Carbine. What kind of finish would of been on them?
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5 parts tung oil and 1 part urethane. (not Polyurethane). Urethane will give the finish durability. If it ever gets scuffed or scratched it's easy to fix. Make sure no grime or oily stuff on the wood. Lightly sand the wood with 400 grit paper before you apply the finish with the first coat. Wait a few minutes and wipe it off with a clean rag. Keep applying additional coats every 5 to 6 hours but make sure existing coats are not tacky before you do apply additional coats.
Johnny Tremain
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Dang and I use pure tung oil, makes a killer finish.
You asked what kind of finish would have been used. I could tell you my preference but will refrain. He is another forum discussion,( not ours), that may may help with your query. Not specifically Colt or Spencer but close to the period and military.
https://civilwartalk.com/threads/civil-war-rifle-musket-original-arsenal-stock-finishing.129723/Dave
https://civilwartalk.com/threads/civil-war-rifle-musket-original-arsenal-stock-finishing.129723/Dave
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