I have been using that method for 30 years and have never had a joint failure. This still did not resolve the ejection issues. After return of the model 12 ejection/extraction issues occurred so model 12 was return to gunsmith. You will be pleasantly surprised at the results. Then gunsmith re-installed the barrel extension, take up ring and lock and screw. It does not seem to noticeably affect the strength of the epoxy.īefore you tackle a repair, mix up a few small batches to get the hang of tinting it. I start with basic brown then add a little black if I need to darken it up. I tint the mixed epoxy with a drop of Testor’s enamel hobby paint (does not take much). After wiping off the excess epoxy I let it set up for the 30-45 minutes then do the razor blade scrape (if necessary) and then let it set for a full 24 hour cure. I open the crack as far as possible and give the epoxy a chance to run down inside then close and clamp the crack. Others take longer to set but I’ve been concerned about them running out of the crack and onto the finish. Some will set in 5 minutes, which to me sounds like they won’t spread into the very fine splintered area withing the cracks in the wood. I like the idea of using epoxy but have been concerned about which one to use. How should I handle this I was just going to put Gorilla glue on it, clamp it good, and then wait a day or 2. I wish I had taken a before and after picture but, below is the after on my 1897 repair. We just recently got a Winchester model 12 built 1926 that has a cracked wrist, it was repaired with electrical tape and was holding together fine, but I wont to get it fully fixed and was wondering what the best glue/product would be. After many shots, I see no sign of the cracks opening up. Once dry, I just scrape flush with a razor blade and touch up with a little gun stock oil. The beauty of Gorilla glue is that it expands as it cures, forcing the glue into the joint and pores of the wood. Wipe off as mush access glue as you can after the crack is closed and before it cures. Open the crack as wide as possible and inject the Gorilla glue, clamp, and let dry overnight. The key to using Gorilla Glue is to spritz the crack with water before and after applying the glue. I have repaired a couple of buttstocks with tangs cracks on each sides without using pins or screws and each one was a practically invisible repair afterwards. Either extractor spring may be just too weak. The right one (near the ejection port) should have a sharp hook. Advice on restoring 1921, Winchester Model 12 EdFlecko Not open for further replies. The proper one for a gun in the 98000 serial number range would be the later, rounded style block. MF19K, Check both of the extractors on the bolt. However, in your case, I don’t believe you want an early clover leaf style block. I would like to recommend using Gorilla Glue for repairing cracks in stocks and forends. Based on what I learned during that experience, I believe the actions and stocks are interchangeable.
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