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Old Fashioned Whiting - Old Fashioned Whiting, 1lb
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SKU: 083032100
Overview
For hunters and gun owners restoring oil-finished or oil-soaked stocks, this whiting is intended to help draw excess grease and oil out of the wood before refinishing. It is applied as a thin paste, allowed to dry and darken, then brushed off; the process can be repeated as needed, with gentle warming used to speed things along. The method is especially suited to military stocks and follows a traditional gunsmithing approach described in older shop references. After treatment, the stock can be raised for dents, sanded, and finished as part of a careful restoration workflow.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Draws Soaked-in
Grease and oils out of
Simple Paint-on,
Brush-off application
Useful Military
Stocks and other oil-soaked stocks
Can Be
Repeated as needed for deeper
Available 1
Lb. net weight size
Key Features
- Draws excess oil out of oil-finished or oil-soaked gun stocks.
- Uses a simple paint-on, brush-off application process.
- Suitable for military stocks and other soaked stocks.
- Can be mixed with methanol, TCE, acetone, or toluene.
- Available here as a 1 lb. net weight package.
Best Used For
- Hunters restoring oil-soaked or heavily handled gun stocks before refinishing
- Users following traditional gunsmithing methods for stock preparation and cleanup
- Owners of military-style stocks needing excess oil drawn out before repair work
- Shop projects where a simple paste application and brush-off process is preferred
Specifications
| Application | Oil-finished or oil-soaked gun stocks |
|---|---|
| Heat Assistance | Warming gently speeds process |
| Ingredientscompatible Solvents | Methanol, TCE, acetone, or toluene |
| Net Weight | 1 lb. (454 g) |
| Process | Paint-it-on, brush-it-off |
| Recommended For | Military stocks |
| Usage | Draws excess oil out of gun stocks |
Pros
- Draws soaked-in grease and oils out of oil-finished or oil-soaked gun stocks
- Simple paint-on, brush-off application
- Useful on military stocks and other oil-soaked stocks
- Can be repeated as needed for deeper treatment
- Available in a 1 lb. net weight size
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for oil-finished or oil-soaked gun stocks, so it is not a general-purpose stock finish product.
- The process requires mixing with solvents such as methanol, TCE, acetone, or toluene, which adds handling and cleanup considerations.
- Results may require repeat applications, and the stock still needs follow-up steps such as raising dents, sanding, and refinishing.
- Gentle warming can speed the process, but that adds another step and may not be practical in every setting.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gun stock cleaning and degreasing products
- Gun stock refinishing supplies
- Gun maintenance solvents and cleaners
- Stock repair and restoration materials
Suggested Accessories
- Gun stock finishing supplies
- Stock repair supplies
- Cleaning solvents
- Finishing brushes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Fashioned Whiting used for on gun stocks?
It is used to draw excess oil and grease out of oil-finished or oil-soaked gun stocks.
How is it applied?
The product is mixed into a thin paste with methanol or TCE, acetone, or toluene, then painted onto the stock and brushed off after it dries and darkens with oil.
Is it especially suited to any type of stock?
The description says it is especially useful on military stocks, but it is also described as suitable for any oil-finished or oil-soaked gun stock.
Can the process be repeated if needed?
Yes. The instructions say to repeat the process if needed, then raise dents, sand, and finish as usual.
What size is this product?
This listing is for the 1 lb. size, with a net weight of 454 g.