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January 19, 2013
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I'm considering re-finishing the factory grip on my recently acquired 15-2. The factory finish isn't very attractive and the grain of the wood hardly shows. Will this reduce the value of the gun?
Thanks for any advice.
Bob
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March 2, 2008
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I think the impact on the value of the gun would be minimal, especially if it is not in good condition now.
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George Carlin
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February 22, 2009
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I agree with Steve- nothing to lose and there are plenty of originals remaining, should the project not turn out well.
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August 28, 2009
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There's really no "collector value" on a standard grip, so no, it won't decrease the value of the gun. If you destroy it in the process you probably lose $50 or $60 to replace it. I've finished quite a few grips to smooth out light nicks and dings, and I noticed that some came out looking better than the original finish for the exact reason you stated - the grain is often hidden under the original finish. I use a Minwax wipe-on poly. - 10 coats.
January 19, 2013
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Thanks for the replies. The gun is in great shape but the grips don't do it justice. I'm going to re-finish them.
Bob
July 10, 2012
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Be sure to take some before & after pics. Others may see the difference a little elbow-greese can do and may want to do the same.
Just an idea.
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April 20, 2010
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Yep refinish them and show us some pics. I have refinished a couple, often a fresh finish brings out the grain hidden by old shellac or whatever.
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March 2, 2008
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Refinish away, and have some fun. Let's have a look at your finished product,
Meanwhile, when you want to do justice (grip wise) for a DW
http://lbcustomgrips.com/?page_id=41
Just a thought!
I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman "Were is the Self Help Section?" She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
George Carlin
February 16, 2013
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What do you with the emblems when refinishing the grips. How do you get them out?
Dans Club
March 2, 2008
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Once you remove the grip from the gun, reach down through the tang slot and pop then out. There will be a hole and you can push them out from the inside. I use a small Allen wrench.
I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman "Were is the Self Help Section?" She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
George Carlin
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