The Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit is a complete system for finishing a new wooden gun stock or restoring the appearance of an older one.
The Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit is a complete system for finishing a new wooden gun stock or restoring the appearance of an older one. It includes abrasives for surface preparation, walnut-coloured stain, Tru-Oil protective finish and Stock Sheen & Conditioner for adjusting the final lustre. Suitable for use Finishing new, unfinished wooden gun stocks Refinishing worn or scratched stocks Renewing an old or uneven wood finish Bringing out the natural grain of fine wood Adding a walnut tone to lighter wood Creating a rich gloss Tru-Oil finish Producing a traditional hand-rubbed satin finish Home restorers and professional gunsmiths Why choose the Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit? Covers the principal preparation and finishing stages Suitable for new stocks and older wooden stocks Coarse, medium and fine sandpapers included Fine steel wool for final surface preparation Water-based Walnut Stain Tru-Oil brings out the wood grain and forms a durable protective finish Stock Sheen & Conditioner converts the gloss finish to satin Service and polishing cloths included Supplied with complete instructions Technical specifications Product type: Wooden gun-stock finishing and refinishing kit Primary use: Finishing new wood and renewing old finishes Suitable material: Natural wood Finishing process: Sanding, optional staining, oil finishing and final conditioning Stain colour: Walnut Stain type: Water-based concentrate Stain drying time before applying Tru-Oil: Overnight Protective finish: Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Tru-Oil base: Blend of linseed and other natural oils Tru-Oil final appearance: Rich gloss Recommended number of coats: 4–5 thin coats Recommended time between coats: At least 12 hours Initial-coat drying time: Up to 24 hours or until thoroughly dry Curing time before using Stock Sheen & Conditioner: At least 7 days after the final Tru-Oil coat Conditioned appearance: Satin or, with repeated treatment, a softer matte finish Liquid contents: 3 × 90 ml Metal-refinishing chemicals: Not included Old-finish stripper: Not included Separate grain filler or deep-damage repair compound: Not included Supplied with 90 ml Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish 90 ml Walnut Stain 90 ml Stock Sheen & Conditioner Coarse sandpaper Medium sandpaper Fine sandpaper Fine steel wool Service and polishing cloths Instruction guide Frequently asked questions Is the kit suitable for a synthetic stock? No. The products are formulated for staining and finishing natural wood. A synthetic stock will not absorb Walnut Stain or Tru-Oil in the same way. Compatibility with laminated or previously coated wood should be tested on a small concealed area before full application. Must the Walnut Stain be used? No. Use the stain only when a darker or more pronounced walnut colour is wanted. Wetting a small part of the prepared wood with water or alcohol provides an approximate preview of the colour after Tru-Oil is applied. The concentrated stain may be diluted with water for a lighter result. Does Tru-Oil produce a gloss or satin finish? The final Tru-Oil coat dries to a rich gloss. For a traditional satin appearance, allow the finish to cure for at least seven days and then polish it with the supplied Stock Sheen & Conditioner. Repeated conditioning can create a softer matte appearance. How many coats of Tru-Oil are recommended? The manufacturer recommends approximately 4–5 thin coats for good general protection. The required number depends on the grain and the desired appearance. Allow each coat to dry thoroughly and wait at least 12 hours before applying the next one. Does the kit remove an existing finish? The kit includes several grades of abrasive material but does not contain a chemical paint or varnish stripper. A suitable separate stripper may be required for a heavily coated old stock. Follow the stripper manufacturer’s instructions and avoid removing unnecessary wood. Can the kit repair deep dents or cracks? No. Minor scratches can be levelled during careful sanding, but deep dents, cracks and loose joints require separate repair. Stained open-grain wood may also benefit from a dedicated stock sealer and filler before the Tru-Oil finishing coats are applied. How should the stock be prepared? First confirm that the firearm is completely unloaded and, whenever practical, remove the stock and other wooden components. Sand with the grain, use a sanding block on flat or gently curved areas and mask checkering and sharp edges. Remove all sanding dust before applying stain or finish. What safety precautions should be followed? Work in a well-ventilated area and wear protective gloves and eye protection. Tru-Oil is a flammable liquid and vapour, so keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames. Avoid swallowing the products, breathing vapour or mist, and contact with skin or eyes. Keep all components out of reach of children and follow the container labels and safety data sheets. Recommended products Birchwood Casey Deluxe Perma Blue Liquid and Tru-Oil kit for combined wood and metal restoration Additional Tru-Oil Stock Finish Gun-stock sealer and filler for stained open-grain wood Repair compound for deep dents and cracks Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax for additional protection A suitable old-finish stripper when refinishing a previously coated stock When is the Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil kit the right choice? This kit is a practical choice when an unfinished natural-wood stock needs a complete finish or an older stock requires full cosmetic restoration. It provides the principal materials for progressive sanding, optional colour adjustment, protective oil finishing and control of the final sheen. Choose a separate bottle of Tru-Oil when the wood is already prepared and only needs a renewed finish. Deep cracks or stained, open-grain wood may require a separate repair or filling product. If the firearm’s metal parts also need refinishing, a combined wood-and-metal restoration kit will be more suitable. Expert recommendation Surface preparation determines the quality of the finished stock. Remove damaged old finish thoroughly, always sand with the grain and use only as coarse an abrasive as the damage requires. Mask checkering, crisp edges and precisely fitted areas so their shape is not softened during sanding. Test the stain on a concealed area or a similar piece of wood before treating the complete stock. Apply Tru-Oil in very thin, even coats—heavy coats take longer to dry and are more likely to run or streak. Let every coat dry thoroughly and wait at least seven days after the final coat before using Stock Sheen & Conditioner. A complete system for renewing a wooden gun stock The Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit combines the principal preparation, colouring and finishing materials needed to restore the appearance of a wooden gun stock. Tru-Oil highlights the natural grain, Walnut Stain provides optional colour adjustment, and Stock Sheen & Conditioner lets the user choose between a rich gloss and a traditional satin finish.
The Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit is a complete system for finishing a new wooden gun stock or restoring the appearance of an older one. It includes abrasives for surface preparation, walnut-coloured stain, Tru-Oil protective finish and Stock Sheen & Conditioner for adjusting the final lustre. Suitable for use Finishing new, unfinished wooden gun stocks Refinishing worn or scratched stocks Renewing an old or uneven wood finish Bringing out the natural grain of fine wood Adding a walnut tone to lighter wood Creating a rich gloss Tru-Oil finish Producing a traditional hand-rubbed satin finish Home restorers and professional gunsmiths Why choose the Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit? Covers the principal preparation and finishing stages Suitable for new stocks and older wooden stocks Coarse, medium and fine sandpapers included Fine steel wool for final surface preparation Water-based Walnut Stain Tru-Oil brings out the wood grain and forms a durable protective finish Stock Sheen & Conditioner converts the gloss finish to satin Service and polishing cloths included Supplied with complete instructions Technical specifications Product type: Wooden gun-stock finishing and refinishing kit Primary use: Finishing new wood and renewing old finishes Suitable material: Natural wood Finishing process: Sanding, optional staining, oil finishing and final conditioning Stain colour: Walnut Stain type: Water-based concentrate Stain drying time before applying Tru-Oil: Overnight Protective finish: Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Tru-Oil base: Blend of linseed and other natural oils Tru-Oil final appearance: Rich gloss Recommended number of coats: 4–5 thin coats Recommended time between coats: At least 12 hours Initial-coat drying time: Up to 24 hours or until thoroughly dry Curing time before using Stock Sheen & Conditioner: At least 7 days after the final Tru-Oil coat Conditioned appearance: Satin or, with repeated treatment, a softer matte finish Liquid contents: 3 × 90 ml Metal-refinishing chemicals: Not included Old-finish stripper: Not included Separate grain filler or deep-damage repair compound: Not included Supplied with 90 ml Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish 90 ml Walnut Stain 90 ml Stock Sheen & Conditioner Coarse sandpaper Medium sandpaper Fine sandpaper Fine steel wool Service and polishing cloths Instruction guide Frequently asked questions Is the kit suitable for a synthetic stock? No. The products are formulated for staining and finishing natural wood. A synthetic stock will not absorb Walnut Stain or Tru-Oil in the same way. Compatibility with laminated or previously coated wood should be tested on a small concealed area before full application. Must the Walnut Stain be used? No. Use the stain only when a darker or more pronounced walnut colour is wanted. Wetting a small part of the prepared wood with water or alcohol provides an approximate preview of the colour after Tru-Oil is applied. The concentrated stain may be diluted with water for a lighter result. Does Tru-Oil produce a gloss or satin finish? The final Tru-Oil coat dries to a rich gloss. For a traditional satin appearance, allow the finish to cure for at least seven days and then polish it with the supplied Stock Sheen & Conditioner. Repeated conditioning can create a softer matte appearance. How many coats of Tru-Oil are recommended? The manufacturer recommends approximately 4–5 thin coats for good general protection. The required number depends on the grain and the desired appearance. Allow each coat to dry thoroughly and wait at least 12 hours before applying the next one. Does the kit remove an existing finish? The kit includes several grades of abrasive material but does not contain a chemical paint or varnish stripper. A suitable separate stripper may be required for a heavily coated old stock. Follow the stripper manufacturer’s instructions and avoid removing unnecessary wood. Can the kit repair deep dents or cracks? No. Minor scratches can be levelled during careful sanding, but deep dents, cracks and loose joints require separate repair. Stained open-grain wood may also benefit from a dedicated stock sealer and filler before the Tru-Oil finishing coats are applied. How should the stock be prepared? First confirm that the firearm is completely unloaded and, whenever practical, remove the stock and other wooden components. Sand with the grain, use a sanding block on flat or gently curved areas and mask checkering and sharp edges. Remove all sanding dust before applying stain or finish. What safety precautions should be followed? Work in a well-ventilated area and wear protective gloves and eye protection. Tru-Oil is a flammable liquid and vapour, so keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames. Avoid swallowing the products, breathing vapour or mist, and contact with skin or eyes. Keep all components out of reach of children and follow the container labels and safety data sheets. Recommended products Birchwood Casey Deluxe Perma Blue Liquid and Tru-Oil kit for combined wood and metal restoration Additional Tru-Oil Stock Finish Gun-stock sealer and filler for stained open-grain wood Repair compound for deep dents and cracks Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax for additional protection A suitable old-finish stripper when refinishing a previously coated stock When is the Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil kit the right choice? This kit is a practical choice when an unfinished natural-wood stock needs a complete finish or an older stock requires full cosmetic restoration. It provides the principal materials for progressive sanding, optional colour adjustment, protective oil finishing and control of the final sheen. Choose a separate bottle of Tru-Oil when the wood is already prepared and only needs a renewed finish. Deep cracks or stained, open-grain wood may require a separate repair or filling product. If the firearm’s metal parts also need refinishing, a combined wood-and-metal restoration kit will be more suitable. Expert recommendation Surface preparation determines the quality of the finished stock. Remove damaged old finish thoroughly, always sand with the grain and use only as coarse an abrasive as the damage requires. Mask checkering, crisp edges and precisely fitted areas so their shape is not softened during sanding. Test the stain on a concealed area or a similar piece of wood before treating the complete stock. Apply Tru-Oil in very thin, even coats—heavy coats take longer to dry and are more likely to run or streak. Let every coat dry thoroughly and wait at least seven days after the final coat before using Stock Sheen & Conditioner. A complete system for renewing a wooden gun stock The Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit combines the principal preparation, colouring and finishing materials needed to restore the appearance of a wooden gun stock. Tru-Oil highlights the natural grain, Walnut Stain provides optional colour adjustment, and Stock Sheen & Conditioner lets the user choose between a rich gloss and a traditional satin finish.
