Videos tagged with Wood Conservation

This guide details the meticulous process of conserving and cleaning a Mosin-Nagant rifle stock, as demonstrated by Mark Novak. It covers repairing rot and corrosion around metal components, using specific tools like 0000 steel wool and soapy water for cleaning, and emphasizes preserving the original finish and historical character of the wood. The instruction highlights techniques for stabilizing the stock for screw purchase without altering its external appearance.

This guide details a meticulous, conservation-focused restoration of a flood-damaged Mauser K98, led by Master Gunsmith Mark Novak. It covers advanced techniques for rust removal, wood repair, and finish preservation, emphasizing the importance of retaining historical integrity over achieving a pristine appearance. Novak's expertise is evident in his use of specialized tools and adherence to established gunsmithing principles from authors like Jerry Kuhnhausen.