4 Maintenance Tips for Your Walnut Gun Stock

Sure, synthetic gun stocks are trending these days, but there's nothing as elegant and timeless as wood. Walnut gunstocks, in particular, have a charm of their own. They have class and provide stability for more accurate shots. True gun lovers also know that no synthetic stock absorbs impact like wood while maintaining its rigidity. Since walnut gun stocks play such a major role in your overall performance, it's essential to give them the care and attention they deserve. Here are some maintenance tips for your gun stock to ensure it always looks and feels its best.  

1. Start with Clearing Your Gun
Before cleaning any part of your gun, it's essential to unload your weapon. This not only prevents any accidents but also ensures the complete cleanliness of your gun. Take a few minutes to double-check your gun is completely clear, so if you pull the trigger while cleaning, there’ll be nothing to worry about. 


2. A Layer of Danish Oil
Walnut stocks can lose their shine and radiance over time. However, a simple coat of Danish oil can do the trick within minutes. This works like natural varnish and will help revive your stock's former shine. This oil layer locks the wood's look and color, making it look elegant and classy as always. You can do this twice a month if you use your weapon regularly. 

3. Be careful of where You Put Your Gun
No matter how safe the storage place might seem, your gun can become scratched or marred over time. Designate a separate cabinet or draw for your weapon and rest it on a soft material to avoid anything rubbing against the wood. After using your weapon, take a gun cleaning cloth and gently wipe down all fingerprints, dust, and dirt that clings onto it. Then lock it in your cabinet safely until further use. 
 

4. Refinishing For Scratches
If you do notice any scratches, the best option would be to refinish your gunstock. This will eliminate all minor problems making your stock look as good as new. Some scratches might still prevail; this is when you might have to consider replacing your gun stock entirely.
 
Wooden gun stocks don't only add value to your gun, but the smell itself is out of this world. At Carolina Gun Stocks, we have a wide variety of walnut wood stock guns that can be customized as per your choice. You can buy our Browning Gunstocks, Ithaca Gunstocks Colt, Iver Johnson, Franchi, and Baker Gunstocks online.
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