I picked up a Winchester Super Grade that I really like, but am a bit disappointed in the finish. I found some flaws in the sunlight over the weekend I'm not happy about, so in typical "me" fashion, I'm going to try my hand at refinishing before ordering a walnut from Boyd's.
I prefer not to send the rifle back because to be honest, I have zero faith in most workers to do anything right these days. If they gave a damn it wouldn't be like this in the first place. If you want it done right, you've got to do it yourself...

So why not take the opportunity to try and learn something, it's the kind of project I typically enjoy anyway. And I am experienced at finishing wood trim, so not a total noobie.
I'll bet there's a good looking piece of Walnut under all that shit.
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