Has any one tried to refinish Martini Henry? I have complete NA&A MKII made in 1880, with small b's on everthing. The sight, breachblock, lever, barrel and receiver are matching numbered. The wood is solid, and not badly beaten up, but alot of the oil finish is missing, giving it a mottled appearence. The metal is mostly devoid of blue/black having I been cleaned into the white. I will no doubt strip the stock and refinish it. (There is a light cartouch that may be the NA&A manufacturers mark. All that I can currently make out is the central Broad Arrow and WD. Hopefully the antique finish stripper will allow it to be deciphered after the heavy coat of oil is removed.) What to do with the metal? Thought about browning it? Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks much.
Nelson
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