Here's the link I referred to concerning the 1940 Ithaca 37R and the flack I got for refinishing the wood. Metal was left as is.
Just goes to show how some can come unglued when an old gun is refinished. To me, if it's a good job and enhances the usefulness of the gun, then go for it.
www.shotgunworld.com/bbs/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=121976DF
