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I have "refreshed" many a stock, but have not used epoxy on a previously finished stock yet... don't relish the concept of trying anytime soon either! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> I only use the epoxy on my new work.
I agree with the main of your statements, but I tend not to use a two-line for repointing a little checkering, just a jointer and a 60 degree single. I find I can feel what I am actually cutting better that way...
Depending on the vintage of the Remington it could be either an oil finish to build on or a plastic thing that requires either removal or just a good rubdown with rottenstone after spot repairs are done... spot repairs can be a pain with these though.
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