New acquisition. Ugly but salvageable I think.

[jmoore]

A LIGHT bead blast and phosphate finish followed by a proper Suncorite finish would be entirely proper for a rebuild with it's current barrel. It would follow that the wood would be newer than 1941/2 as well, easing your hunt for parts. Lots cheaper, and less frustrating. Nor would it be "incorrect" esp. if you hunt for whatever parts you can find w/ South African ownership marks. That would be a good project on it's own! No real sense in trying to wind the hands of the clock back to 1941, when it's 1961 configuration is obtainable.

Does Brain Dick still offer the Suncorite finishing service?