Stealth Touchups & On-Site FInishing

1917 Carcano M91

1917 dated Carcano M1891

Almost 100 year old military service rifle, possible service in 2 World Wars.

Serious finish damage due to water, ink and years of abuse

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Before: 100 year old Italian service rifle.<br />
Serious finish damage due to water, ink and years of abuse.<br />

After: Stock was chemical stripped with limited sanding to preserve both the original manufacturing stamps and a patina that should be present on a 100 year old service rifle.<br />
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Refinished in hand rubbed boiled linseed oil to replicate a period style finish.<br />
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Hand buffed oil finish takes approx 3 weeks for proper drying time between coats.

Before: Stock was chemical stripped with limited sanding to preserve both the original manufacturing stamps and a patina that should be present on a 100 year old service rifle.<br />
<br />
Refinished in hand rubbed boiled linseed oil to replicate a period style finish.<br />
<br />
Hand buffed oil finish takes approx 3 weeks for proper drying time between coats.

Stock was chemical stripped with limited sanding to preserve both the original manufacturing stamps and a patina that should be present on a 100 year old service rifle.

Refinished in hand rubbed boiled linseed oil to replicate a period style finish.

Hand buffed oil finish takes approx 3 weeks for proper drying time between coats.