There is a very good alternative to refinishing, even if the finish is flaking. Here it is: re-point the checkering and then artificially darken it to look old. Then go over the entire stock with a 400 grit wet sand. After that, apply a few coats of the red Winchester oil that used to be sold by Winchester Restorations. You can still buy it on eBay I think.
This will put a soul back into an old looking/feeling gun. After I point up the checkering I sometimes lightly go back over it with the 400 grit so it is not quite so sharp.
Last edited by Cartod; 09/19/12.
