Quote Originally Posted by browningautorifleicon View Post
You know that wood isn't the worst I've ever seen. As Peter pointed out it'll do. I'd perhaps try to steam it a bit and then oil and stain and it should look good. Certainly not worse than a service piece. I'm sure that sort of thing stood in the racks after annual inspection.
I do agree. I tend to be pessimistic, sorry. The overall integrity is okay, and it will sure need some refinish work. I already purchased some sanding blocks, paper, and boiled linseed oilicon. As you said, I can try steaming out some dents to improve it. Thanks!