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Me and my dad this summer both got some blackpowder rifles. For measuring out the powder loads i was think of turning him a set for christmass, but i was wondering whut type of finish to use. I think the gel poly should be fine, but not too sure.
Thanks guys.
Jeremiah
I would think that salad bowl finish, or CA glue - -several coats- - would resist the black powder since it is only in the spoon for a few seconds.
I would recommend the same urethane varnish that is used for marine applications - a spar urethane. Easy to apply, EXCELLENT finish, and resistant to just about anything. I've only used it on one weapon - a black powder .50 that my SIL has. We used it because I was refinishing my boat. He's been using the weapon quite a bit for over two years, and, with travel and firing - it still shows a great finish (even around the ramrod support and such.
I would go with a finish that will stay really hard. I think this leave out most pure oil and wax finishes. I don't think the black powder will hurt any finish particularly as long as it stays dry. What you don't want is a build up that will absorb moisture.
On the other hand, the burned powder will take off a lot of finishes. I think that CA glue would probably be the best. The only problems I have with guns and black powder is next to the lock where the burned powder produces acids that take off the finish.
I highly recommend Lin Speed gun stock finish. Just the best of the best, for gun stocks. easy to apply, and easy for tuchups.
Bill.>>>>>>>>>>:)
Where do you find that Bill? I have to make Pistol Grips for a half a dozen antique pistols and I've been looking for the right thing. The guns will never be fired but I'd like to do it right.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bill Stevener
Hay John, Lin Speed was recommended to me when I first started carving relief pictures and doing in-lay work in gun stocks, when I was about 18. It's been some time now, and still have a jar, which was purchased at True Value several years ago. You may also try a good sporting shop, gun store. They may have some guidance.Quote:
Originally Posted by John Hart
The co. is, GEO. Brothers, Barrington, Mass. 01230.
Often thought about trying this product on a turning, but just never gave it a shot. I think I will get on it. Great product though.
Thats the best I can do.
Bill.>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>:)
After re-reading Jeremiah's post, and now understanding it :o , I would think the Jell-Poly would work just fine for the intended use. As Rick has noted, a urethane varnish would give some added protection. Rather a costly product if you don't have any on hand.
Bill.>>>>>>>>:)