Greetings All,
Decided to take the chance and order 2 Type 53s from Omega, in the hopes they will at least be decent shooters.
With that being said, looking at pictures from others that have picked up Type 53s from Omega - saying they look "rough" might be being too nice.... They will also most likely have non matching parts (no collector value) - so I guess I won't feel bad if I have to do a total overhaul on them....
Assuming they are worth the effort to restore - what should my shopping list of materials include? I've seen various debates on how to restore/refinish the stock and a few options on what to do with the metal if its almost bare (most likely) - Coming from the perspective of someone who has never restored a rifle (or any other firearm) - what should I pick up? refinishing oils, bluing, gun paint, etc.?
Assuming if the barrel looks shootable - a gallon of hoppes #9 or something else?
Thinking about picking up one of those power steamers to help raise the dents easier - or is the towel and iron just as good?
Any tips would be greatly appreciated
Thanks!
Decided to take the chance and order 2 Type 53s from Omega, in the hopes they will at least be decent shooters.
With that being said, looking at pictures from others that have picked up Type 53s from Omega - saying they look "rough" might be being too nice.... They will also most likely have non matching parts (no collector value) - so I guess I won't feel bad if I have to do a total overhaul on them....
Assuming they are worth the effort to restore - what should my shopping list of materials include? I've seen various debates on how to restore/refinish the stock and a few options on what to do with the metal if its almost bare (most likely) - Coming from the perspective of someone who has never restored a rifle (or any other firearm) - what should I pick up? refinishing oils, bluing, gun paint, etc.?
Assuming if the barrel looks shootable - a gallon of hoppes #9 or something else?
Thinking about picking up one of those power steamers to help raise the dents easier - or is the towel and iron just as good?
Any tips would be greatly appreciated
Thanks!