Dragon's Blood (a plant based stain) was used for some antiques
this says it matches the classic finishes
http://www.midwayusa.com/Product/879...wn-2-oz-liquid
when trying to get the right color on a flintlock, I normally experiment with combinations of the laurel mountain forge stains on wood scraps
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