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Rottenstone - Rottenstone 8oz

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Genuine, Triple

Fine Rottenstone powder for stock

Used Professional

Stock finishers for generations

Mixes Linseed

Linseed oil to form a

Works Easily

A felt pad

Use Fully

Dried finishes only

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SKU: 083039008

Overview

This genuine, triple-fine rottenstone powder is intended for finishing work on fully dried surfaces, where a controlled abrasive touch is needed. Mixed with linseed oil, it forms a fine-cutting compound that can be worked with a felt pad for careful stock finishing. The 8 oz. plastic jar is a practical size for bench use and smaller refinishing tasks. It is a straightforward choice for those maintaining or refining a finished stock without moving to a coarser abrasive.

Why Hunters Choose the Brownells

Genuine Triple

Fine rottenstone powder for stock

3f Grade

Fine-cutting abrasive for finish work

Mixes Linseed

Linseed oil for easy use

Suitable Use

On fully dried finishes only

Packaged 8

Oz plastic jar for convenient

Key Features

  • Genuine, triple fine Rottenstone powder for stock finishing work.
  • Used by professional stock finishers for generations.
  • Mixes with linseed oil to form a fine-cutting abrasive.
  • Works easily over the finish with a felt pad.
  • For use on fully dried finishes only.
  • 3F grade in an 8 oz. plastic jar.

Best Used For

  • Stock finishers needing a fine abrasive for fully dried finishes
  • Hunters touching up wood stocks with a felt pad and linseed oil
  • Users seeking a 3F grade powder for controlled finish work
  • Shop owners wanting a small 8 oz. jar for occasional stock maintenance

Specifications

Alternate Weight1 lb. (454 g)
Container MaterialPlastic
Grade3F
MaterialRottenstone powder
Use InstructionsMix with linseed oil; use on fully dried finishes only
Weight8 oz. (227 g)

Pros

  • Genuine triple fine rottenstone powder for stock finishing tasks.
  • 3F grade provides a fine-cutting abrasive for finish work.
  • Mixes with linseed oil for easy use with a felt pad.
  • Suitable for use on fully dried finishes only.
  • Packaged in an 8 oz plastic jar for convenient storage.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Requires mixing with linseed oil before use, so it is not a ready-to-apply product.
  • Intended for use on fully dried finishes only, which limits when it can be applied during stock work.
  • Designed as a fine-cutting abrasive for finishing work, so it is suited to touch-up and polishing rather than aggressive material removal.
  • Packaged in an 8 oz. plastic jar, which may be more than needed for occasional use but less than the larger 1 lb. option.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Stock finishing supplies
  • Wood finishing abrasives
  • Gunstock maintenance products
  • Finishing compounds

Suggested Accessories

  • Felt pad
  • Linseed oil
  • Stock finishing supplies
  • Abrasive polishing accessories

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rottenstone used for on a hunting rifle or shotgun stock?

It is a genuine, triple fine abrasive powder intended for use with linseed oil and a felt pad on fully dried finishes.

Can this be used on a finish that is still drying?

No. The product information says to use it on fully dried finishes only.

How is it applied?

Mix it with linseed oil, then work it over the finish with a felt pad.

What size is this package?

This listing is for the 8 oz. (227 g) plastic jar.

Is any grit or grade information provided?

Yes. The specs list it as 3F grade.