Recut checkering on Parker forend

[Cameron Thraen]

Brian, that is an oxymoron for certain. Good catch. Typed 'clear' when what I needed to type is Pilkington Spirit Stain. Sorry for the confusion. I like this stain when applied sparingly. Not sure it would be correct or right for my early Parker.

[Cameron Thraen]

Here are a few photos of the forend to display what I am working with on this project. Question? Should I finish the wood before tackling the checkering?

[Cameron Thraen]

Split cleaned, sealed and filled. This split is tight, not deep and does not reach the outside margin.