1853Enfield
Cadet
- Joined
- Aug 25, 2020
I hear all forum members about leaving it alone , my take on it is like a classic car some want the original patina on the metal , I like to fix them to a factory new condition . The Enfield will only be lightly prepped as it is in great condition (no Pitting) on barrel just light sanding with 1500 /2500 grit sand paper , then a good cleaning/degreasing then correct blueing , same with the stock light sanding to remove old varnish , the up to 5 or more coats of boiled linseed oil . Oh ConfederateCanuck there is corrosion and dirt particles in the stamped recesses of the date stamps, it takes the 60X power lighted loop to see them.