I did that on my own SMLE and it works great, I also did it with my Turk Mauser with the wrist after it cracked, idk if it’ll hold but it’s worth a try
@g.leebihm2588
2 жыл бұрын
A couple of tips when using Acraglas to repair cracks. Don’t put as much dye in it. A lighter color will blend better. When you have an old crack that will show, you can use sanding dust to fill the gap. Sand a few different types of wood so that you will have different colors to choose from. Wet the tip of your finger with denatured alcohol and tough one type of dust. The wet color of the dust is the color you will end up with when it dries in Acraglas. Sometimes you can mix two or more types of dust to get the color you want. After you fill the crack with the Acraglas, pat the dust into the crack of fill the gaps. It will mix with the Acraglas and blend in much better. To keep Acraglas from getting where you don’t want it, just apply some past wax to the area. It can be removed later with denatured alcohol. Also, when clamping down on a flat surface as you did. Lay a piece of wax paper down first. This way your stock will not get stuck to the surface. You should practice using files to cut down the excess Acraglas. A 10” half round file that comes to a point is what I use most often. And yes, your fore stock is Beech. Those surely things are called fish scales. You can also see the small dashes in the wood grain that is common on Beechwood. GunnyUSMC
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info!!
@donwyoming1936
5 ай бұрын
I prefer to use wood glue mixed with saw dust from sanding. After filling the crack with the glue combo, I'll rub more saw dust into the exterior of the glue. The benefit is that after a light sanding, that saw dust hides the crack and it will take a stain. The repair will be nearly invisible, and appear to be the natural grain.
@serioussoldier7977
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome job man! The swirls mean it’s probably beech wood although, I have seen that in a few oak stocks before. If there are any deep dings/dents in the stock it might be a good idea to use some steam to raise the grain. I’m generally against completely refinishing a stock but, in your case steaming, sanding and refinishing is probably for the best.
@shawnoandrew
2 жыл бұрын
A steam iron does a great job on raising dings
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
I don't like doing a full refinish either but like you said, in this case it may be best.
@jimsiress9687
Жыл бұрын
Im gonna be restocking 1960's 2A Indian 7.62 rifle. Have all parts along with NOS forestock. Buttstock & top wood pieces are Indian surplus. Should be an adventure. These require stock pressure points along the barrel that are located a bit differently than the No. III's or SMLE rifles. Great content 👍
@shawnoandrew
2 жыл бұрын
You did an excellent job of cleaning. Put your wood clean process on here. The swirl Birdseye are beech.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
I probably should have filmed more of the cleaning for this project. It was pretty intense. I didn't want to make the video a year long though lol
@ragnarragnarsson3128
2 жыл бұрын
The problem with buying an already fitted buttstock next time is that it probably won't fit your rifle as it has already been modified to fit another one. Tip about wood fitting: you can use a piece of broken glass to shave it down before final smoothing with sandpaper or a file. It goes faster but not too fast that you risk taking off too much at a time. Works for fitting axe handles too. 👌
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Interesting. I'd probably cut myself 😂
@ragnarragnarsson3128
2 жыл бұрын
Ha! Not as easily as you would think. I fitted 2 axe handles personally using this method and never cut myself once.
@BreedLoveGuitarist
2 жыл бұрын
Hey there, you’re a man after my own heart. Luv milsurps. It’s definitely beech wood. Oak wasn’t used on these rifles. Walnut, then beech. I think you really overworked yourself on the crack repair. I fix cracks like that with a professional exterior wood glue. Like from Lowes. When you clamp it shut you can wipe off all excess. When it sets overnight, you can’t even tell there was ever a crack. And it will be the last place to crack again. Much easier to work with and sands easy. Resin is good for non matched surfaces or where wood is missing. Keep going😀
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Using just glue has always scared me. I know people have awesome results with it though.
@jimomaha7809
Жыл бұрын
Although too late, a solution to remove a rock or similar object. I use a metal rod and bent a small hook on one end. Push underneath the rock object and hook it around it. Put the other end in a vice. Then you might be able to pull it out. Although the stock was really beyond any help. I applaud you for restoring this rifle. I have seen that many rifles in similar condition are sold for spares, or worse end up as some art project, and the stocks probably end up as firewood. Trying to do something similar with an K98 mauser. It will not end up as it used to be but it will get a new lease of life.
@milsurprifleguy7091
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video looking forward to completion . Thanks for showing all that it is going to take to shape & fit the butt stock . I did some work on a 7mm Spanish Mauser , I rebuilt one side under the nose cap .it took awhile of filing / sanding and shaping , turned out alright . The other was on a Type 38 Arisaka the barrel didn’t stew into the the receiver by a 1/4 turn , I needed to remove 1/64 of metal , so slowly and test firing I got it . I closed the bolt & opened to problem . I chambered a round and extracted , no problem . I shot a round & extracted , no problem . Checked the casing all looked good . It is on my list of videos to make
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
I'd probably be afraid to try that myself. Very impressive!
@milsurprifleguy7091
2 жыл бұрын
@@ReadinessReviews well , the way I saw it , I couldn’t shoot the rifle the way it was , so sell it for parts or try what I did , if it didn’t work , sell it for parts
@SmittyMRE
2 жыл бұрын
Dang dude, lookin' trim! The rifle is looking better too, haha. Restorations all around.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Hoping to be in even better shape by the next installment of the restoration.
@chrisgosling6083
Жыл бұрын
it looks like fire wood, i think it is beach but very dirty . its nice to see it fixed not replaced 👍
@leeakers7851
2 жыл бұрын
Great job! You’re insane for taking that on, but it was educational and fun to watch.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Haha. I'm really hoping everything works out in the next segment.
@reconassassin4427
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video I was looking forward to this and was worth the wait! I loved seeing a neglected rifle get restored Keep it up!!
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
The next installment should be even better!
@kenjones4564
2 жыл бұрын
I love watching someone like you work through a process like this,, makes it much easier for everyone else ---- Thanks!!
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for Watching! I love this stuff.
@timothymadaras1613
2 жыл бұрын
I would use a wood clear epoxy to fill that gap with a c-clamp.
@timothymadaras1613
2 жыл бұрын
The wood on the stock looks like oak or birch
@alexr7298
2 жыл бұрын
Your forestock is definitely beech (note the “rain drop” grain pattern; that's beech).
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
I was about 90% sure.
@Gunnut357mag
2 жыл бұрын
The swirls give it away. It is beech. American beech is harder the European beech.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the clarification. That is what I was thinking.
@donwyoming1936
5 ай бұрын
Definitely Beech.
@michaelray4033
2 жыл бұрын
These videos remind me of Frankenstein: "Give my creature LIFE!!!"
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha. I'm bringing the dead back to life!
@thewolfhunter
2 жыл бұрын
Hey brother..My No.4 MK.1 parts are on the way..Will be doing a follow-up video soon.. Thanks for your help.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully everything arrives safely!
@RUSTYSURPLUS
2 жыл бұрын
Ready you did it LOL congratulations
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Not happy until it shoots!
@marilynscull4585
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome work. Can’t wait to see the rest.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
It should start coming together in the next installment
@freddinkins6147
2 жыл бұрын
Great video bud! Thanks !
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out!
@rwblakely
2 жыл бұрын
Good progress!
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother! Next video should be even better.
@Cokemanjr
2 жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work !
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother!
@gregwilliams386
2 жыл бұрын
The Savage No.4 originally used birch which had a glazed honey color.
@truthseeker1364
2 жыл бұрын
The wood is prob beach just a little tip turn your chisel upside down when taking the glass off sometimes it'll catch and take a big chunk of wood out.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
I think you're right. Thanks for the tip!
@truthseeker1364
2 жыл бұрын
@@ReadinessReviews no problem man by the way my other account is Mr surplus I talk to you here once in awhile
@michaelpierson7256
Жыл бұрын
When filing a round surface u want to roll the file around the surface, not back & forth in a flat motion. Following the surface around avoids a bunch of flat spots.
@kennethdahl4791
2 жыл бұрын
Good job but don't be so fearful of using the sandpaper. You will be happier if you smooth up the stock keeping the edges and other lines sharp. You will not hurt that wood any if you take a little more off and smooth it up a bit. That stock is very rough and needs some help. Good luck and good shooting. Ken
@johndwayne3481
2 жыл бұрын
In British military drill, guards would tap the rifle twice as a salute. Tap tap= present arms. That's probably why that butt stock is so trashed.
@hadrianaugustus5712
2 жыл бұрын
Could you dowel the old butt stock back together if you wanted?
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
I suppose so. That thing is so trashed I don't think it would be worth the time. It's not even the right shape. The grip is all wrong. It's missing wood at the toe and the socket. It really is about worthless.
@joeydussell9407
2 жыл бұрын
careful when taking off the forestock or you can damage the bedding, i beleive i did that to my no4 as the barrel sits crooked in the stock and its so tight to the metal i cant get the trigger guard screws out to take it down and attempt to fix it, great video man
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
It's pretty common for the barrel on a No.4 to favor one side of the stock over the other.
@joeydussell9407
2 жыл бұрын
@@ReadinessReviews is it common for the rfont sight protector to be thrown askew by it? i think the entire rifles sits crooked due tot he handguard warping overtime
@achillebelanger9546
2 жыл бұрын
Beech or Ash Wood. Possibly Maple
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Doesn't feel heavy enough to be Maple. I'm pretty sure it's Beech but I'm not a wood expert lol.
@mohawkdriver4155
8 ай бұрын
I have an Ishapore 2A1. What sling should I put on it?
@Democrats-Are-Idiots
Жыл бұрын
Who will save the Enfields!? You go boi 😂
@scottz63
2 жыл бұрын
Good job on that crack! In my experience with milsurps (30+ years) it's never a good idea to use new or NOS wood. They never fit right and always need to be worked on. I prefer used wood.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Getting an already fitted stock would have saved me some serious time.
@donwyoming1936
5 ай бұрын
When it comes to No4 Enfields, if the wood is not oak, and this is definitely not oak, there's a 99٪ chance it's Beech. And it definitely looks like Beech to me.
@danielsong6335
10 ай бұрын
I think titebond would be much easier to manage it...
@SmittyMRE
2 жыл бұрын
8:10 Hahahahaha
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Haha, you like that? 😂
@dk7863
2 жыл бұрын
👍
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@brianwood1726
8 ай бұрын
somewhat heavy? oak?
@robertsonwilliam573
7 ай бұрын
Anyone order one of the Steyr 1912's from them?
@robertpresley6414
6 ай бұрын
Wood glue would have been a better choice.
@1955nomad
8 ай бұрын
Fire wood .
@wild3rjr
Жыл бұрын
the wood is sycamore
@MitchC357
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful job that you are doing very professional. Now I want to do an anti Hunter's Lodge message. After seeing your first video I ordered one of those Zekes revolvers. After not receiving it I notified Hunter's Lodge and asked when it would ship. No response or responses like we will get back to you. After telling them I would contact the FTC, BBB, Attorney Generals Office in my state and TN, etc. finally I got an excuse that they are Ukranian Americans and it was going out in two days. Not sure why or what the fact that they are Ukranian Americans has to do with their abysmal service but I finally got a POS a couple days later. It was a Victor revolver missing about everything with broken grips. A worthless piece of crap. As we know they have a F BBB rating. I would recommend that anyone should stay away from them unless they have the talent to totally remake or rebuild their shitty merchandise. Any place that only takes check and money order should have been a warning to me. Well experience is what you get when you don't get what you want and I got some experience. Glad you are making their shitty rifle work for you.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
They certainly don't have my endorsement
@MSWeaponsChannel
2 жыл бұрын
The foreshock is way too far gone to bother with. Certainly not safe to shoot in its condition. It should be replaced.
@ReadinessReviews
2 жыл бұрын
Watch the next video in the series.
@MSWeaponsChannel
2 жыл бұрын
@@ReadinessReviews I have. Don’t shoot it on a regular basis or much at all.
@ryanthede4689
4 ай бұрын
Your wood isn't the normal color of beach because you used oven cleaner on it. Oven cleaner is terrible for wood. The only chemical cleaner I would ever maybe consider is bleach free Tilex
@ianlester9738
4 ай бұрын
Beech
@jgranger3532
10 ай бұрын
That stock is trash. Pitch the stock and find a replacement.
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