C&R Stock Repair: Hakim

[Hex1994]

I recently got my hands on a Hakim rifle from a random lot that was recently imported.

It clearly was not well taken care of overseas as the stock has two splits following the grain of the stock on one side of the grip, both are about two to three inches or more. I've been looking at ether using Brownells Acraglass or just straight high strength wood glue, but I'm open to other suggestions.

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It'll also need some serious work to get it up and running due to rusting and the elements. I haven't delt with a firearm this bad before so any products that you guys would suggest outside of basic cleaning supplies would be appreciated.

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[longranger.270]

Wow. That's a rough one! What does the bore look like? Pop the cover and put the bolt/cover/etc. in a jar with some gun oil and soak them. Then scrub them with a tooth brush and oil. Spray off with brake cleaner. Wipe off any residue and any further cleaning needed will be revealed. For the stock I use two part epoxy mixed with a drop of two of dark wood stain. Use a qtip with a little acetone to clean the cracks. Then squeegee the epoxy into the cracks level. The repairs will still be fairly obvious but will stabilized. 'hakimparts.com' has spare/replacement parts. Be careful!! Hakim's bite!

[highpower]

I don't see that you have a lot to lose in refinishing that poor rifle. I suggest that you look at some videos from Mark Novak on how to convert rust without damaging the metal underneath. A steamer can be assembled using easily available items and in addition, I would also get a carding wheel for final metal finishing.

[Hex1994]

Wow. That's a rough one! What does the bore look like? Pop the cover and put the bolt/cover/etc. in a jar with some gun oil and soak them. Then scrub them with a toothbrush and oil. Spray off with brake cleaner. Wipe off any residue and any further cleaning needed will be revealed. For the stock I use two-part epoxy mixed with a drop of two of dark wood stain. Use a qtip with a little acetone to clean the cracks. Then squeegee the epoxy into the cracks level. The repairs will still be fairly obvious but will stabilized. 'hakimparts.com' has spare/replacement parts. Be careful!! Hakim's bite!

Don't know yet. Just came into the shop yesterday while I was on shift. My boss will hopefully let me work on it a bit on my off time as there is a fair amount of moisture on the outside of the gun that needs removal. I'll look into the epoxy but it's going to be some time before I get this poor thing back to life. Probably spent too much on it too but it'll be a fun project.
Be careful with RTI.

[Hex1994]

I don't see that you have a lot to lose in refinishing that poor rifle. I suggest that you look at some videos from Mark Novak on how to convert rust without damaging the metal underneath. A steamer can be assembled using easily available items and in addition, I would also get a carding wheel for final metal finishing.

Yeah, the more I looked it over the more it is looking like a full refurb.
Just ordered some Birchwood bluing supplies but I was considering the conversion method as well. I'm hoping the barrel is in much better condition under the wood so I won't have to worry about boiling such a large piece to convert the rust.

[jyo]

I believe every one of those rifles I have seen has a crack or two in the grip area---plain old white glue will actually be stronger then the original wood if the wood is not too soaked in grease or oil... Good luck!

[Mrmauserjerry]

I don't see that you have a lot to lose in refinishing that poor rifle. I suggest that you look at some videos from Mark Novak on how to convert rust without damaging the metal underneath. A steamer can be assembled using easily available items and in addition, I would also get a carding wheel for final metal finishing.

If youre not familiar with Mark Novak you absolutely need to check out his content! top notch stuff if you want to properly care for firearms that need conservation.

[metalcruncher]

Titebond glue. See my previous project:

https://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=1562318

[mtenenhaus]

what an awesome project.....i'd love to try my hands at something like that one day.

(first photo is not available...but the rest look cool) i bet it will come out great.