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[HurtCow]

I'm planning on re-doing the finish on my KP's stock. What's the best way to remove the old stain- chemical remover or sanding?

[c6quad]

i use a chemical stripper for wood. then sand it.

[Brewtt]

I'm doing the same, refinishing a stock soon. Found this thread:

Stock refinishing.

I want to darken the wood too. Nice and dark but still showing the grain... which stain is recommended?

[HurtCow]

Ok cool, thanks. I knew there was a recent thread but laziness made me take the easy way out and ask directly.

I'm going w/ a red mahogany oil-based stain. Make it nice and dark, it should look good w/ the PPS-applied glossy powdercoat on the brass.

[Brassballs]

Originally Posted by Brewtt

I'm doing the same, refinishing a stock soon. Found this thread:

Stock refinishing.

I want to darken the wood too. Nice and dark but still showing the grain... which stain is recommended?

use an oil based stain..
dark or special walnut would be good choices

[Brewtt]

Originally Posted by Brassballs

use an oil based stain..
dark or special walnut would be good choices

Walnut. That's the one I've been trying to remember. I remember reading about in an old thread. Thanks for the reminder!

[HurtCow]

Ok so I talked to Pete (Wharfrat) a little while ago. He's done many KP stocks. He says:

Sand the old finish off, it's very thin.

Stain it whatever color you want, applying layers till you're happy.

Apply several layers of tung oil, allowing to dry overnight and lightly sand between coats w/ fine-grit paper. Eventually it will become mirror-finish glossy and very durable.