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What sort of a finish would have been used on a 1930-vintage Browning Auto-5?
The one I recently picked up have some truly beautiful wood, and I'd like to take care of it appropriately. What would the original finish have been, and what would be the best way to maintain it?
Please note: I'm familiar with methods of stripping old stocks and refinishing with tung oil or BLO, but I'm more interested in maintaining the original patina... just freshening it up a little (if that makes sense).
The one I recently picked up have some truly beautiful wood, and I'd like to take care of it appropriately. What would the original finish have been, and what would be the best way to maintain it?
Please note: I'm familiar with methods of stripping old stocks and refinishing with tung oil or BLO, but I'm more interested in maintaining the original patina... just freshening it up a little (if that makes sense).