Properly sanding a gunstock is an important step in the finishing process Watch along as larry potterfield, founder and ceo of midwayusa, shows how he sands his nearly perfect stock in preparation for finishing. The block will prevent the abrasive from “digging in” on soft spots in the grain. There is an unparalleled moment in the gunmaking process that takes place when, having sanded a raw walnut gunstock to a point of uniform consistency, often at 400 grit or so, the gunmaker applies the first sealing coat to the wood. Here is a guide for you.
OPEN
