Thanks for your collective assistance. This information is very useful and much appreciated.
As the original finish on the Parker stock is shellac is it correct to think that after cleaning the surface I can refresh the finish by applying new coats of fresh shellac directly to the old finish as the new shellac will dissolve into the existing shellac? (Photo of stock on page 2)
I have watched a dozen videos on shellac as a wood finish and the technique of French polish, each with individual expertise differences. Most use linseed quite sparingly to ease the padding process but none have added linseed oil or any oil directly to the shellac. One finishing expert used mineral spirits in his padding process stating it flashed off quicker and did not require the use of naptha to remove the oil between coats. All produced a beautiful finish on whatever piece they were displaying.
This is why these projects are so much fun. I have owned this Parker for over 30 years, accounted for untold numbers of woodcock, grouse and pheasants and yet I am learning more about the Parker shotgun and enjoying every exchange here on the PGCA forum.
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