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Stock Rubbing Kit
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SKU: 083038000
Overview
This kit is intended for hunters and gun owners who want to hand-finish a stock with a traditional rubbed look or bring life back to a dull, worn surface. It includes linseed oil, rottenstone, medium felt pads, and instructions, giving you the basic materials needed for a controlled finishing or restoration project. The approach is rooted in classic custom gun making, but it is best suited to those comfortable taking a deliberate, hands-on method rather than seeking a quick cosmetic fix.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Includes Linseed
Oil, rottenstone, felt pads, and
Hand-rubbed Stock
Finishes used in fine custom
Also Suitable
For restoring dull, worn stock
Materials Needed
For a traditional stock finishing
Kit Contents
Are clearly specified for straightforward
Key Features
- Kit includes linseed oil, rottenstone, medium felt pads, and instructions.
- Designed for hand-rubbed stock finishes used in fine custom gun making.
- Also suitable for restoring dull, worn stock finishes.
- Contains 1 pint of linseed oil and 8 ounces of rottenstone.
- Includes three medium felt pads for application work.
Best Used For
- Hunters restoring dull, worn stock finishes on rifles used in the field
- Gun owners seeking traditional hand-rubbed stock finishing materials and instructions
- Custom gun builders wanting a classic stock finish process with included supplies
- Detail-oriented shooters maintaining wooden stocks with a hands-on refinishing kit
Specifications
| Felt Pads | (3) 4" (10 cm) x 2" (5 cm) x 1/4" (6.35 mm) medium felt pads |
|---|---|
| Instructions | Included |
| Kit Contents | 1 pt. (16 fl. oz./473 ml) linseed oil, 8 oz. (227 g) rottenstone, (3) 4" (10 cm) x 2" (5 cm) x 1/4" (6.35 mm) medium felt pads, instructions |
| Linseed Oil | 1 pt. (16 fl. oz./473 ml) |
| Rottenstone | 8 oz. (227 g) |
Pros
- Includes linseed oil, rottenstone, felt pads, and instructions in one kit.
- Designed for hand-rubbed stock finishes used in fine custom gun making.
- Also suitable for restoring dull, worn stock finishes.
- Provides the materials needed for a traditional stock finishing process.
- Kit contents are clearly specified for straightforward project planning.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Requires time and careful application; this is a hands-on finishing kit rather than a quick cosmetic fix.
- The kit is focused on hand-rubbed stock finishing and restoration, so it is not a general-purpose gun care product.
- Results depend on the condition of the existing stock finish and the user’s technique, so it may take some practice to achieve a consistent look.
- Contents are limited to the materials listed, so additional supplies may be needed depending on the project and the finish you want to achieve.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gun stock finishing supplies
- Stock refinishing kits
- Gun cleaning and maintenance kits
- Wood finishing compounds
Suggested Accessories
- Stock finishing cloths
- Wood finishing pads
- Fine abrasive compound
- Protective gloves
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the Stock Rubbing Kit?
The kit includes 1 pint (16 fl. oz./473 ml) of linseed oil, 8 oz. (227 g) of rottenstone, three medium felt pads measuring 4 in. x 2 in. x 1/4 in., and instructions.
What is this kit used for?
It is intended to help produce hand-rubbed stock finishes and can also be used to restore dull, worn finishes.
Is this kit meant for new stock finishing or restoration work?
According to the product description, it is suitable for producing hand-rubbed stock finishes and for restoring dull, worn finishes.
Does the kit include instructions?
Yes. Instructions are included in the kit.
Who makes this kit?
The manufacturer listed is Brownells.