This was in a fire. I know, duh! The rifle turns out to be the guys grandfather now passed. I'm no pro but to me it looked more aesthetically damaged than operational. I found wood for replacement and finally got the whole thing apart. It's like a baked on goop. He does not plan on shooting it so I'm not too worried about what heat may have done and will harshly advise aga
inst shooting. What kind of suggestions might you have to offer? Is an ultrasonic cleaner advised. The bolt cleaned with ease under a polishing wheel and light compound. Well, here it is.