Dutch Nichols, SASS #6461 224 Posted February 19 got a cpl USFA's that the varnish is thinned out on. Thinking of re coating but not sure what varnish or if it's a thinned varnish, etc. Also how would I get the old varnish off without damaging the cch? anyone have any experience doing this ? my thanks in advance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Warden Callaway 2,958 Posted February 20 (edited) Maybe look on Colt Forum. There has been some discussion about that over there. I don't recall any saying what to use or how to replace. Mostly its like or dislike. https://www.coltforum.com/forums/single-action-army/353583-what-happened-quality-new-3rd-gen-saa-s-8.html# Maybe some info on this link? Edited February 20 by Warden Callaway Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Nichols, SASS #6461 224 Posted February 20 Warden thank you for that link!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
El Hombre Sin Nombre 1,621 Posted February 20 Sperm oil is what they used to use. I don't know if that's available anymore. By the way, and this was news to me, Sperm oil is oil from a Sperm whale. It ain't any other kind of oil that might be implied by the name Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Colorado Coffinmaker 2,403 Posted February 21 Some Lustrum ago, I enquired of a "Quality" manufacturer what was used over the CCH. I was told "Piano Finish" with no elaboration. The manufacturer's representative(s) would not elaborate further. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheatin Charlie 259 Posted February 21 My friend who has passed away owned a gun case hardening company. When he wanted to cover the finish he used Brownell's Baking Laquer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
