Quote from Rich Harter, consigliori on the CMP forums:
"First let me say that I am not an expert wood worker. However during the past 2 years or so, I have had the
pleasure of finishing or refinishing approximately 45 new or used garand stocks using a variety of stains,
oils and cleaning methods. This includes my favorite hand rubbed BLO or pure tung oil. Both processes
time consuming usually a one coat a day, one coat a week, one coat a month and plenty of drying time
between coats. Once completely dry and aged some, a couple coats of gunny past to improve moisture
protection."
"How does Fairtrimmers Military oil stack up? Is it any good? No its not just good, it's absolutely
OUTSTANDING. One hell of a product. I can't say enough good about the product and really, this isn't a paid
endorsement. If you havn't tried this product, do yourself a huge favor, order some now. It's easy to use, drys
quickly and gives a wonderful in the wood finish."
"I still think I will continue to use a coat or two of gunny paste for added protection. But will probably use
nothing but the Military Ox for future projects. Thanks Frank."
Rich
"There are none so blind as he who will not see"
Army Security Agency 51st SOC Vigilis Salutis
I particularly liked the images that Rich made and feel that they demonstrate the texture and beauty of a
Military oX treatment as well as any I've made myself or seen.
Thank you very much, Rich, for the recommendation and the wonderful cameral work, as well as the terrific
job you did finishing the stock set.
Frank.