Original stock finish?

[altadiver]

What type of wood finish did the Italian's use on the carcano's?

BLO, Shellac?

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[Aragorn243]

Most I have seen have an oil finish. Many also have a redish stain applied but not all. Certain special models are said to have a varnish type finish but I've never ran into one that is original.

[altadiver]

Thanks!