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Birchwood Casey True-Oil Gun Stock Finish 8-Ounce Liquid

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  • NEW LOOK FOR YOUR GUN - Birchwood Casey gun stock finish has unique blend of linseed and natural oils dries fast and will not cloud, yellow or crack with age. It fulfills everything you need to finish a new stock or to refinish an old stock
  • RICH EVEN COLOR - Brings out the richness and beauty of fine woods gives you a tough, long-lasting finish. Resists water damage and will not cloud, yellow, or crack, unique blend of linseed and natural oils dries fast and will not cloud
  • EASY TO APPLY - Use a clean cloth or wood stain brush to apply the oil in the direction of the grain. The special formula allows it to deeply penetrate wood pores within 5 minutes of application and create rich, warm glow
  • LONG-LASTING - Birchwood Casey Tru-oil gun stock finish products don't expire until they are opened. So they do not have a printed date on them. Use by date after opening the cap is 5 years.
  • BEST SHOOTING GEAR - Since 1948, serious shooters, avid collectors and professional gunsmiths have relied on Birchwood Casey for shooting and gun care products; Birchwood Casey has pioneered innovative products with an unwavering dedication to quality
  • Everything you need to finish a new stock or to refinish an old stock
  • Brings out the richness and beauty of fine woods
  • Gives you a tough, long-lasting finish

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True-Oil Gun Stock Finish 8 oz. - There is no better oil finish. True-Oil Gun Stock Finish has been the professional's choice for gunstock finishing for more than 30 years. Its unique blend of linseed and other natural oils dries fast, resists water damage and will not cloud, yellow or crack with age. Excellent as a sealer for under butt plates, recoil pads and in inflated actions to prevent stock damage. Kit includes: 3 oz. True-Oil Gun Stock Finish 3 oz. Walnut Stain 3 oz. Stock Sheen and Conditioner Fine, Medium and Coarse Papers 00 Steel Wool Pads Service and Polish Cloths Complete Instruction Guide.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
2,711 global ratings

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Customers like the quality, finish, ease of application, versatility, and drying time of the sporting goods. For example, they mention that it develops a lustrous sheen, is silky smooth, and not tacky at all. That said, they say it's great for finishing a gun stock, guitar, and wood projects. They appreciate the fact that it dries to a hard, glossy finish.

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281 customers mention281 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the oil. They mention that it works as advertised, is easy to use, and produces professional results. Some customers also mention that the product is durable and provides a glossy and consistent finish. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...the Tru-Oil for both the body and the neck and have been extremely happy with the result. Visually, the mahogany and maple each pop in their own way...." Read more

"...I did it to remove two small dings and a scratch and I was amazed how well it worked. It only needed light sanding after that to even out...." Read more

"For bare-wood guitar necks, this product excels, especially when you consider how long it would take to prepare and refinish a guitar neck with..." Read more

"...This is certainly a quality product that works as advertised. I use it for finishing some guitar necks where it works beautifully...." Read more

204 customers mention196 positive8 negative

Customers are satisfied with the finish of the wood finish. They mention that it develops a lustrous sheen just shy of full gloss, and produces a very deep, glossy finish. The finish is silky smooth and not tacky at all. It brings out the natural colors of thewood, especially flames. It's easy to apply and brings out character of the Wood. It is the best oil based finish that they have ever used.

"...tung oil as a finish becaus it's easy to apply and also brings out the character of the wood...." Read more

"I actually enjoyed the application process and it really looks professionally done. No harsh smell either." Read more

"...The “proper” finish for an M1 is probably satin, but this gloss looks really nice.Best of luck!" Read more

"...After three fully cured and carefully buffed coats, it develops a lustrous sheen just shy of full gloss, yet feels almost as smooth a bare 400-grit..." Read more

145 customers mention138 positive7 negative

Customers find the product easy to use and apply. They say the trick is simple, and it's best applied by hand. Customers also say the product is convenient because you don't have to mix your own. They mention that it goes really smoothly and is impossible to screw up.

"...The instructions recommended tung oil as a finish becaus it's easy to apply and also brings out the character of the wood...." Read more

"...It blends perfectly and buffs evenly.In short, this is convenient because you do not have to mix your own ingredients...." Read more

"...Easy to apply, with a beautiful look! It has a slight amber tint when dry. I recommend Tru-Oil for all clear wood finishing." Read more

"This is the best oil based finish i've ever used, it's easy to apply, gives a lot of protection and turns any piece of wood into a piece of art" Read more

50 customers mention50 positive0 negative

Customers like the versatility of the product. They say it's a great product for finishing a gun stock, guitar, and wood projects. Some mention that it works as reported and is easy to use to finish any wood products.

"...maximum protection against moisture like poly, but it is more than adequate for gunstocks and most guitars, assuming you don't row boats with your..." Read more

"It is a great product for gun stocks, so long as you don't mind shiny...." Read more

"...I can foresee this being very versatile once I learn all the "tricks" of how to use it." Read more

"...It really brings out the grain and gives a nice dark color. The photos are good but still don’t quite capture how great it looks...." Read more

35 customers mention29 positive6 negative

Customers like the drying time of the product. They mention that it is easy to apply, and dries to a hard, glossy finish. Some mention that the product is faster than cure times for lacquer, but not as fast as shellac.

"...It's still faster than cure times for lacquer, but nowhere near as fast as shellac or thinner homemade oil-wax blends...." Read more

"Great product easy to apply drys fast . Applied my first coat came out very nice not slick or sticky an very nice shine." Read more

"...It will tend to streak if you keep spreading it, as it dries very quickly, so if you're doing large areas, it will tend to have brush stroke texture..." Read more

"Excellent product, easy to apply with lint free rag and dries in a couple hours. Used 0000 steel wool between coats and for final buffing...." Read more

32 customers mention32 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the product. They say it has amazing results for little money, is a good size bottle for the price, and is easy to apply. Customers also mention that it's a great deal on a classic finish.

"...Affordable. Simple. Easy. Reasonably fast." Read more

"great price and work great" Read more

"Good product for a reasonable price" Read more

"...Excited to finally find a product that's simple, cheap and I'll have on hand for the next decade due to how far it goes." Read more

21 customers mention21 positive0 negative

Customers like the smoothness of the product. They say it goes on smooth and nice, and maintains the natural feel of the wood. Some mention that the neck feels smooth and not sticky. Overall, most are happy with the smooth finish and recommend it for finishing wood knife handles.

"...The neck feels smooth and not sticky, like a gloss poly finish might...." Read more

"...Applied my first coat came out very nice not slick or sticky an very nice shine." Read more

"...7 coats following the instructions. Long lasting, makes crappy wood feel silky." Read more

"...It is much smoother, faster and has way less drag...." Read more

14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the safety of the product. They mention that it is forgiving, fast drying, and provides good protection for your stock. They also say that it can be used to protect the metal parts of a firearm. Customers also say it's a non-toxic alternative to lacquer and poly.

"...It's simple, practically foolproof and super easy. No special equipment needed; just some soft cloth or linen...." Read more

"...Fully cured BLO is a tough, chemical-resistant resin that will resist being dissolved by acetone, and is as difficult as cured epoxy to sand down..." Read more

"...best oil based finish i've ever used, it's easy to apply, gives a lot of protection and turns any piece of wood into a piece of art" Read more

"...It also seems, at least, that it's not volatile to the degree that some wipe on oil-based poly is, so you don't need a respirator...." Read more

Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil
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Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil
I was fortunate to purchase a strat style bolt kit from Carvin/Kiesel Guitars in early 2020 right before they were discontinued. These kits were easy to assemble into very playable instruments, at about the same cost as an entry-level Fender Strat. I ordered a mahogany body and a maple neck. Once the kit arrived, the main decision was which finish to use. But this was also a chance to kind of make the guitar my own. The instructions recommended tung oil as a finish becaus it's easy to apply and also brings out the character of the wood. The downside seems to be that it doesn't offer much protection. I also considered a polyurethane finish, which is pretty widely used on electric guitars, but noticed some comments about it reducing ability of the body to resonate. Even though the sound is almost entirely coming from the pickups, I enjoy a very resonant instrument that feels "alive" when you play it. A number of posts on guitar-building forums recommended Tru-Oil because it can bring out the character of the wood, be built up to offer some protection, and not dampen resonance.I went with the Tru-Oil for both the body and the neck and have been extremely happy with the result. Visually, the mahogany and maple each pop in their own way. The body resonates strongly and produces a confident tone unplugged (for an electric). The neck feels smooth and not sticky, like a gloss poly finish might. The finish has been durable enough that I haven't felt the need to retouch it at all yet. Note that I am just a home noodler; a gigging musician might put more wear on a finish.Before applying the finish, I watched hours of YouTube videos to see the kinds of techniques people use, and then came up with a plan. Before I applied finish to the guitar, I tested it on some pieces of scrap maple and mahogany. Both the body and the neck were worked to a semi-gloss over 12-13 coats. The first 3-4 coats on each piece were done with rags to absorb into the wood. Subsequent coats were applied with sandpaper, progressing from 400 grit ("grain filling") to higher grits ("polishing"). Then, after noticing some debris and scratches in the finish, I sanded back down and built up some additional coats. The final coat was applied with a coffee filter and polished up to a semi-gloss. I waited at least 12 hours after each coat before applying the next one. After the final coat, the body and neck were left alone for about a week to let the finish cure. This was all done in an apartment with just a standing fan for ventilation, and fumes didn't seem to be an issue.Some of the finish tended to get stuck to my fingers after each session. I tried using latex gloves at some point, but they would just kind of disintegrate. I found that scrubbing my hands with WD-40 after a session helped to remove the residue.This was my first time applying a finish to anything, guitar or otherwise. It took some patience and some troubleshooting when flaws became apparent. If you plan your approach, take your time, and don't rush through the process, I don't see any reason why you can't get something you are satisfied with.I recently made a DIY coffee table from Home Depot pine boards and a set of hairpin legs. The table top is something like 4 feet long and 2 feet wide. I was curious to see if I could get a good finish with Tru-Oil. It did an excellent job of bringing out the character of the wood, and gave the white-ish pine a much warmer hue. But this time I didn't quite get the same protective layer of semi-gloss on top. The pine seemed to drink up a more of the finish than the hardwoods on the guitar, possibly just because it's a much larger piece, and I got fewer coats in with a (8oz) bottle. I was also much less patient this time with sanding the wood and perfecting the finish. I am happy with the result, but for future projects like this I would consider trying something like tung oil + wipe on poly for beautification and protection at a larger scale. And perhaps investing in an electric sander.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2023
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5.0 out of 5 stars Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2023
I was fortunate to purchase a strat style bolt kit from Carvin/Kiesel Guitars in early 2020 right before they were discontinued. These kits were easy to assemble into very playable instruments, at about the same cost as an entry-level Fender Strat. I ordered a mahogany body and a maple neck. Once the kit arrived, the main decision was which finish to use. But this was also a chance to kind of make the guitar my own. The instructions recommended tung oil as a finish becaus it's easy to apply and also brings out the character of the wood. The downside seems to be that it doesn't offer much protection. I also considered a polyurethane finish, which is pretty widely used on electric guitars, but noticed some comments about it reducing ability of the body to resonate. Even though the sound is almost entirely coming from the pickups, I enjoy a very resonant instrument that feels "alive" when you play it. A number of posts on guitar-building forums recommended Tru-Oil because it can bring out the character of the wood, be built up to offer some protection, and not dampen resonance.

I went with the Tru-Oil for both the body and the neck and have been extremely happy with the result. Visually, the mahogany and maple each pop in their own way. The body resonates strongly and produces a confident tone unplugged (for an electric). The neck feels smooth and not sticky, like a gloss poly finish might. The finish has been durable enough that I haven't felt the need to retouch it at all yet. Note that I am just a home noodler; a gigging musician might put more wear on a finish.

Before applying the finish, I watched hours of YouTube videos to see the kinds of techniques people use, and then came up with a plan. Before I applied finish to the guitar, I tested it on some pieces of scrap maple and mahogany. Both the body and the neck were worked to a semi-gloss over 12-13 coats. The first 3-4 coats on each piece were done with rags to absorb into the wood. Subsequent coats were applied with sandpaper, progressing from 400 grit ("grain filling") to higher grits ("polishing"). Then, after noticing some debris and scratches in the finish, I sanded back down and built up some additional coats. The final coat was applied with a coffee filter and polished up to a semi-gloss. I waited at least 12 hours after each coat before applying the next one. After the final coat, the body and neck were left alone for about a week to let the finish cure. This was all done in an apartment with just a standing fan for ventilation, and fumes didn't seem to be an issue.

Some of the finish tended to get stuck to my fingers after each session. I tried using latex gloves at some point, but they would just kind of disintegrate. I found that scrubbing my hands with WD-40 after a session helped to remove the residue.

This was my first time applying a finish to anything, guitar or otherwise. It took some patience and some troubleshooting when flaws became apparent. If you plan your approach, take your time, and don't rush through the process, I don't see any reason why you can't get something you are satisfied with.

I recently made a DIY coffee table from Home Depot pine boards and a set of hairpin legs. The table top is something like 4 feet long and 2 feet wide. I was curious to see if I could get a good finish with Tru-Oil. It did an excellent job of bringing out the character of the wood, and gave the white-ish pine a much warmer hue. But this time I didn't quite get the same protective layer of semi-gloss on top. The pine seemed to drink up a more of the finish than the hardwoods on the guitar, possibly just because it's a much larger piece, and I got fewer coats in with a (8oz) bottle. I was also much less patient this time with sanding the wood and perfecting the finish. I am happy with the result, but for future projects like this I would consider trying something like tung oil + wipe on poly for beautification and protection at a larger scale. And perhaps investing in an electric sander.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2020
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5.0 out of 5 stars M1 Garand Stock finished from CMP
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2020
FIRST... Open your bottle by using a punch to make a small hole in the foil. This helps eliminate or reduce those “bits” or “boogers” you get around the opening of your bottle and eventually in your finish. You only use a small amount so that small hole is perfect for getting a little out. You see those boogers discussed and/or strained out in a lot of YouTube instructional videos, so it looks like this reduces that.

This is my first stock finish. I watched and read hours and hours of how-to and instructional videos and articles. What I’m going to describe worked for me, but I always advise doing lots of research. This should work for gun stocks and guitar bodies.

There’s also great videos on using steam and heat from an iron placed over a washcloth to pop out dents and dings. I did it to remove two small dings and a scratch and I was amazed how well it worked. It only needed light sanding after that to even out. It basically raises the grain of the wood.

SECOND: Sand the wood smooth until it’s smooth and ready to use the tru oil. I sanded mine with 400 grit wet/dry paper AND in my final sand I left the wood dust all over the stock. I reduced the tru oil 50/50 with mineral spirits to thin it so it penetrates. I worked the oil in with my bare hand and it mixed with the dust to create a “slurry” that I worked in to the open pores in the grain (those black spots). I made sure just enough and rub it in with my whole hand till my hand felt warm. Too much will sag, drip, etc and take forever to dry.

*I sprayed my hand with WD-40 AFTER each coat then washed with dish soap. The WD-40 breaks down the tru-oil on my hand well.

THIRD: After the first coat was dry 12-24 hours, I lightly “sanded” with 0000 steel wool to dull the finish and remove any imperfections. I didn’t have any imperfections, but if I did I might’ve also used the 400 grit sandpaper also. This time I used the same 50/50 mix and I used a little more and sanded with the 400 grit paper while it was wet. It created more slurry that I worked into the remaining open pores. As always, I sanded with the grain. I rubbed it in again using my hands until my hands felt warm and it was lightly tacky.

Fourth: After that second coat was dry, I used the same steel wool, wiped off with a lint free cloth and applied the third coat full strength by hand again. Rubbing in the same way with the grain. It’s only lightly tacky after each of these coats.

Fifth: Repeat the last application two to ten more times. That’s up to you. Mine looked amazing after the third coat, but I ended up doing five total applications.

Six: After the final application you can decide if you want to leave it as is, buff it with a compound, steel wool, a scotch brite pad, etc. to dull it to a satin and/or seal with a gun stock wax. I’m still deciding. The “proper” finish for an M1 is probably satin, but this gloss looks really nice.

Best of luck!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2024

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Allyn B
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome, easy to use finish...
Reviewed in Canada on July 14, 2023
Ed
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
Reviewed in Canada on June 4, 2018
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Brett
5.0 out of 5 stars My favourite finish
Reviewed in Canada on April 29, 2020
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Brett
5.0 out of 5 stars My favourite finish
Reviewed in Canada on April 29, 2020
Have been using this stuff for years and won’t use anything else. Best looking finish I’ve used. Really brings out the natural chatoyance of whatever wood, no matter how cheap. I really like how easy it is to apply, I just wipe on really light layers with rags. I also like that you can vary your finish on how many coats you apply. The only downsides are that it takes quite a bit of time and effort to get a full high gloss finish, some don’t even realize you can take it that far. It should also be noted that this is pretty flammable stuff, so you have to be very mindful discarding any rags you used to apply it.
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Frederick Ellingson
4.0 out of 5 stars Easy to apply
Reviewed in Canada on January 11, 2024
WILL G
5.0 out of 5 stars also a good thing. As to the product it self
Reviewed in Canada on January 27, 2018
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