To Refinish or Not to Refinish

[David Champa]

I’ve got an old Trojan 12 gauge I recently acquired, only to detect a split in the head of the stock mid season. After disassembling and glueing the stock back I’ve got to thinking if it’s worth restoring. I understand it’s completely subjective and one’s preference. It’s a very worn gun from 1927, but I plan on continuing to use it and realize there’s no real collector value to it.

I’m going to finish the repair with a staple and accraglas and would then continue with the refinish. Re cut the checkering and applying Timberluxe and maybe reblue the barrels.

Stock is quite worn, looks like a previous owner wore a ring on his right hand.

Any thoughts or opinions, or regrets are welcomed… thank you