Water proofing my TX200 walnut stock. What would you do?!

[Danman]

Good day everyone, I have been on the fence about the unfinished walnut stock on my new Tx200. The gun is unquestionably a keeper! I purchased birch wood Casey's Tru oil on my last pellet purchase as it was pretty inexpensive, but had yet to apply it. Well I was shooting it last weekend and set it down on a wet table, and within minutes the stock soaked up the water and now has water stains. So now it has become more urgent! Alot of the videos I have seen talk of stripping the finish off, sanding etc. I have ZERO plans to adulterate the gorgeous stock and I don't believe AA does anything to the walnut stocks other than staining them!? I want to apply 2 or 3 coats of it and then maybe a furniture polish on top? My goal is to shine it up and give it a little boost in the water proof department for sure. Any ideas, or thoughts on what you have tried? Gun stocks you guys have sealed up? Pics? Failures? The water marks are about 2 inches behind my thumb at the top of the stock. Thanks.

 

[Hoppalong Doc]

The Tru Oil, given enough coats over time, will give your stock its initial protection. I would follow up with coats of Birchwood Casey's Stock Wax. I would then follow through with a coating of Balistrol following each time you take your TX200 out. Enjoy! Orv.

 

[Hateful McNasty]

I had to chuckle at this
"I purchased birch wood Casey's Tru oil on my last pellet purchase as it was pretty inexpensive"

I mean you pay for expensive walnut then try to go cheap on finish..


I'd guess walnut oil is durable and waterproofs. It used on kitchen stuff like utensils,cutting boards ,ect.... It's food safe . May require touchups as you go in its life ( for me what don't) ..


Star Brite teak refinishing for outdoor wood furniture use maybe worth a look. ( I've used it on my boat).

There listed here in a brief description

Choosing the Perfect Walnut Finish: A Comprehensive Guide

However, the journey to fully realizing its beauty goes beyond selecting the wood itself. choosing the right walnut finish is a critical step that

www.thetoolsquare.com

 

[Firehawk]

As a US Marine who had an M-14 for my TO weapon and had a walnut stock, then a birch stock, I would recommend what we used to weather proof it...! We used boiled linseed oil, rubbed in with the heel of the hand...! There may be easier ways to apply it today...! I still use that oil today...!

 

[Danman]

The Tru oil seems decent and it does have the linseed oil in it! I was surprised how quick (less than a minute) the damage was done with liquid water on the wood. I'm over it but going forward as it will definitely be seeing moisture in its life I'm gonna get it done! So I guess rub it in well Instead of splash it on and wipe it off in a few minutes like traditional stain. I have done plenty of wood working with stains/varnish but never have I been so worried about the outcome JPS2486 has some nice pics of a walnut stocked S510 he did with the true oil and it looked great on another thread here but how water resistance will it be I'm wondering!? Is it definitely a good idea to hit it with a wax/polish afterwards then?

 

[Hateful McNasty]

You could go find a local refinishing shop and go in and inquire on what's best and all off any expert in person opinions .. maybe take the stock in so they have a hands on of the wood ...

 

[pan60]

As a US Marine who had an M-14 for my TO weapon and had a walnut stock, then a birch stock, I would recommend what we used to weather proof it...! We used boiled linseed oil, rubbed in with the heel of the hand...! There may be easier ways to apply it today...! I still use that oil today...!

boiled linseed oil is what i use i love it.

 

[Hoppalong Doc]

The stock wax will protect the wood, allowing water to roll off in beads. The only downside is that it should be re-applied with some regularity. I re-do my wooden stocks 2 to 3 times a year. My TX200 shines and remains beautiful after 4 years of duty. But one more thing; the Ballistol being applied over the entire rifle really shines, protects, and helps lubricate the entire gun. I highly recommend it's regular use. Orv.

 

[hameditor]

The stock wax will protect the wood, allowing water to roll off in beads. The only downside is that it should be re-applied with some regularity. I re-do my wooden stocks 2 to 3 times a year. My TX200 shines and remains beautiful after 4 years of duty. But one more thing; the Balistrol being applied over the entire rifle really shines, protects, and helps the entire gun. I highly recommend it's regular use. Orv.

I'm a big proponent of Ballistol, too. Ballistol - The Product With A Million Uses - Hard Air Magazine

 

[Hateful McNasty]

For a polish look at/ up something like this .

PICREATOR MICRO-CRYSTALLINE WAX, CLEANER, POLISH | Brownells

Probably at Amazon

 

[Danman]

Excellent guys thanks, also should I be doing anything between coats? I heard of sanding (nope!) steel wool, and even scotch Brite pad (gentle side?!). I do love the satin look of the gun as is but I sure don't mind a shine either! Water beading off sure sounds good, it's a sponge currently. I went to a firearms store here recently and they had no ballistol and never heard of it!!

 

[Hateful McNasty]

If I could end up like this I'd be mighty pleased ..


Fat chance I would ..lol

Truoil turns out just fine. ( The vid)

How to Refinish a Rifle Stock With Tru-Oil — DaileyWoodworks.School

If you’ve ever tried to have a gun stock refinished you’ve quickly discovered that most of the time you’re going to pay someone like me more than the gun is worth to have it done. We’re not trying to rip you off, finishing or refinishing a rifle stock is just time consuming, but other than that its

daileywoodworks.school

 

[BanjomanMI76]

Excellent guys thanks, also should I be doing anything between coats? I heard of sanding (nope!) steel wool, and even scotch Brite pad (gentle side?!). I do love the satin look of the gun as is but I sure don't mind a shine either! Water beading off sure sounds good, it's a sponge currently. I went to a firearms store here recently and they had no ballistol and never heard of it!!

Sounds like an Amazon shopping trip is in order. Ballistol is a quick shipper. have good ventilation.

 

[Danman]

Oh one more question folks! For the Tru oil would you/have you thinned the first coat going on the stock? I am hoping to get a start on it tonight! Gonna be a mix of Zen/Trepidation going on I'd guess. Probably won't be shooting her for a good week, as the process seems to be lengthy, but that's ok. My plan so far: pop the stock off, tape buttpad (they are glued on?) wipe down stock with rag/paint thinner lightly. Hit it with a light coat of tru oil, rubbing in with fingers, and let er dry overnight and see results tomorrow. I will take pics of the progress

 

[Hateful McNasty]

I imagine there's a few opinions on what's best pee individual experience.

All them article and vids out there on using it on stocks it's a review and decid on how you feel to go about it ..

You hate to be told this and find it did not do for you .. lol

Being your first like same for me you just bite that bullet jump in and go ...

Most times I fretted on something just to find in the end I needed not to ...

 

[Hoppalong Doc]

This process really isn't that difficult: apply the Tru Oil with a clean, lint-free cloth. It will quickly be absorbed into the AA stock. Be sure to cover all the exposed wood. Apply this 1st coat moderately, without runs. Allow to dry, lightly sand with a fine sandpaper or hardware cloth. Now wipe down with a damp cloth. Repeat this process until you receive the depth of color desired. My TX200 took about a week to finish this stage. I followed with rubbing Tru Oil wax as needed into the wood for 3 good coats. I follow up by spraying a liberal amount of Balistol over all the exposed wood and metal parts of my rifle following each day's use. My TX200 remains beautiful with this simple process. I hope that this will assist you in protecting your rifles . . . all of them. Orv.

 

[Danman]

First coat is on! FYI TX owners the butpad comes right off, it's just 2 flatblade screws. I couldn't see what screws they were through the little holes but the only screwdriver I had that fit through the holes worked! Hopefully coat #2 tomorrow.

 

[Hoppalong Doc]

DAN: I'M looking forward to seeing your progress. These rifles are a labor of love for sure. One last thing, don't sand between the last (for now) coat of Tru Oil and the wax. I strongly encourage you to purchase a couple cans of Ballistol. After your wax job, and following each day's outing, use the Ballistrol . . . and that's over the entire rifle. Enjoy shooting, my friend. Orv.

 

[Hateful McNasty]

Keep us posted ... So far looks good.

 

[Danman]

Ballistol is definitely on my list! I did buy a pull through cleaning kit with pre soaked patches with some ballistol....definitely looks/ feels like a nice product and I liked the smell! First coat doesn't look great of the Tru oil (some parts are soaked in well and other it dried on top) but I kinda expected that. I have been using the mp-5 air venturi oil for now on the metal parts of my air rifles. Second coat tonight