Lever actions - pics, discussion

[OK Corgi Rancher]

I'd leave it just the way it is. Especially if you're gonna use it to hunt with.

 

[Chaparral]

If you are going to take it into the field I would do nothing to it, definitely not spend money on the furniture

 

[JEVapa]

So, assuming this is just an open lever gun discussion. I just picked up Jack Wallace’s old model 94, and I’m really thrilled to have it. I don’t intend on removing the name from the rifle, but looking at the furniture there is some damage. Thoughts on refinishing? It’s a 1972 model and is in great shape overall, but does have the previous owners name engraved into it. Thoughts? Should I keep the original furniture untouched and buy new, or should I assume this will likely remain a shooter and refinish it under the assumption that it won’t really be detracting from its future value? I will definitely be shooting this rifle and taking it hunting.View attachment 286229View attachment 286230

Steam it and oil (Linspeed or thinned Tung oil) and buff. Don't sand. Everyone wants to sand and go all bubba on them, and it removes the color of the wood and it's character. It'll take another 50yrs to get that color again

 

[Lee Beaittie]

Steam it and oil (Linspeed or thinned Tung oil) and buff. Don't sand. Everyone wants to sand and go all bubba on them, and it removes the color of the wood and it's character. It'll take another 50yrs to get that color again

Older style cotton shoe laces are great for buffing small areas.

 

[JEVapa]

I only mention Linspeed because it actually dries to a resin like tung oil, but faster because it's been conditioned to dry. Real linseed oil doesn't dry completely, but I prefer a tung oil although it takes longer. Smells better too, like fine furniture.

 

[HoLeChit]

Steam it and oil (Linspeed or thinned Tung oil) and buff. Don't sand. Everyone wants to sand and go all bubba on them, and it removes the color of the wood and it's character. It'll take another 50yrs to get that color again

The patina is a great point. I think I’ll have to follow what you’re suggesting.

 

[dlbleak]

IMO, you got that gun at a great shooter price. Enjoy the heck out of it!

 

[turkeyrun]

I concur

Choot it, that is all.

 

[adamsredlines]

I personally think that's a really good era for the Winchester 94. It is after the "pre 64" craze, but before safety and angle eject and that kind of junk that changed it. It's a good time frame to pick up a cool shooter.

 

[JRR]

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Winchester 9417
This one has always been a favorite of mine. incredible accuracy and fun to shoot.