I haven't posted in a while so let's see if I can remember...

First pic is a family gun. It's a Springfield 1873.



Second picture is the same gun.



This one is a Stevens from the 50's. A buddy gave me this before moving out of the country. With his permission I brass wooled the metal and sanded/turpentined the wood.



Another of the Stevens



If the wood has any character I think this is a great way to go.
Hope to hit the marsh or fields with you again this winter Dave. Last season the boy put a lot into the mammal hunting. Hoping to get out for more birds this year.