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Below are some photos showing the progression of the carving for my latest rifle. It still needs a bit of finish before it is complete, but I will add it to the sample of work when it is done. If you have any questions, as always, please feel free to ask.
Thanks, Jim
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I love it. I used it on my Woodsrunner rifle. I did my lock, as well as all the brass, and screws. I’m also did my barrel. I’m on my second or third bottle.
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Please do not think that I have ignored your request for a review. I wanted to complete my project so I could leave an accurate review. Built a CVA mountain rifle in the late 70’s. I used a water based stain and finish that was available at the time. It left me with a rather flat finish with very little figure showing. I also tried a little customizing with brass tacks. Never realty happy with the finish or my handiwork so I recently decided to strip it all down and start over as this is a surprisingly good shooter. I wanted a darker finish and that’s about all I was looking for…no big expectations. Thanks to the internet I found you, your products and very instructive videos and writing. Started with tannic acid followed by two applications of iron nitrate. A breeze to use! This produced far more than I bargained for. Not only was I happy with the color but I was surprised to see just how much figure was hiding in that maple for all those years. I don’t know your sealer/finish formula but I like it. It,too, is a breeze to use. Certainly the nicest finish I have used. Your sandpaper is very nice and I like the was it cuts and you saved me a trip to Finland I am 100% sold on Kibler’s! Thank you so much for helping me through this restoration. I learned a lot and had lots of fun doing it. Well, you asked for a review and you ended up with an essay. Best regards, Steve
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