I have two Belgium built Browning shotguns and the wood needs attention. Sometimes I know that when they are old and rare they should be left alone. 1.) Should I strip them and with what? 2.) Should I finish them with oil or some sort of clear?
Well that depends on what you want to accomplish? Do you want to restore them to factory new condition? Do you want to touch them up and continue to use them? Is this for you or a customer? What kind of condition are they in now? Are they for show or shooting?
Reply:
These are mine but I don’t want to ruin the value of them. I do shoot these once in awhile but just for fun as I have plenty of others for the job.
Answer:
If you don’t want to decrease the value do not refinish at all. Keep them clean and dry.
