Joshua1993 Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 Hi everyone, Sadly I have found a crack in my gun stock, please see the picture. Can anyone give me some advice with regards to repairing the stock? Would that be an option or will it be too expensive? I would appreciate any help! Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philm Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 Send it to straightshooter1. You will find him on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 Cascamite is a resin based wood glue and is very strong. If you could prize the crack open a little bit, you could pour some of the glue into the crack, and then clamp it together until it dries. I used this method many years ago on an air rifle stock, and it worked well. http://compare.ebay.co.uk/like/110873740779?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar&_lwgsi=y Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OvEr_KiLL Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 send it to sacha http://forums.pigeonwatch.co.uk/forums/topic/60285-stock-repair-and-refinnishing/ he will do a good job of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebarrels Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 I had a similar crack on a semi a few years back a mate of mine sorted it for me,he cut across the crack in sections,about 1/4 of an inch between each cut,he then glued wooden lollipop sticks into the cracks and allowed to dry,he then trimmed the lollipop sticks flush and stained it never got and worse after that,maybe not that pleasing to the eye,but it stopped the crack in its tracks military armourers use to use this method on SLR's BB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OvEr_KiLL Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 I had a similar crack on a semi a few years back a mate of mine sorted it for me,he cut across the crack in sections,about 1/4 of an inch between each cut,he then glued wooden lollipop sticks into the cracks and allowed to dry,he then trimmed the lollipop sticks flush and stained it never got and worse after that,maybe not that pleasing to the eye,but it stopped the crack in its tracks military armourers use to use this method on SLR's BB how many lollipops did he have to suck? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshua1993 Posted April 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 Thanks for the 2 referrals, I'm sure that would do a great job but I personally don't think its worth it because the gun is very cheap anyway (Its a Baikal). If it was something expensive I would certainly look towards sending it away for repair. Thanks for the link steve_b_wales I may give that a try depending if I can slightly open the crack. Also, thanks for the advice bluebarrels, I'm not sure if I want to go to that extent to fix it though Once again, thank you everybody for your help. You've all been very helpful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 (edited) I have heard drilling a hole at the end of the crack and filling with glue can be used to stop the crack, ring round a few smiths and there may well be a stock off another gun you can get for free or little money. Take the stock off and see how deep it is. Edited April 6, 2013 by HDAV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilR Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 If you decide to have a go at repairing it yourself don't use superglue as a cheap fix. Once that's on the wood, I've been told by a well known stocker, no other glue can be used. The cascamite glue is the way to go. I'd be inclined to get the advice of straightshooter it might not be as expensive as you think. Your gun is pretty worthless and unuseable whilst is has a badly damaged stock whatever make it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbo33 Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 (edited) Proper wood glue, Evo stick wood glue is one of the best. Open the crack a little with a small wedge like a knife blade if you can, 1mm would be perfect. Don't worry if you can't, just force the glue in from the bottle nozzle up close and tight. Clamp in a vice, protect the wood of course, wipe off the excess with a damp sponge. leave over night. It will be stronger than the original. There was an article in sporting gun by the gunsmith there, he uses super glue. Imho, proper wood glue is far superior. Its an easy job with the split where yours is. Looking at the pic I would say the metal work is too tight in there which probably pressurised it. Might be worth just relieving that area with a sharp blade for a better fit whilst your at it. Edited April 6, 2013 by turbo33 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickthemiller Posted April 6, 2013 Report Share Posted April 6, 2013 (edited) Hi Before trying a diy repair talk to dennic at #### I am sure he will give you the best advice on how to go about repairing the crack. I do a fair bit of wood working and in my opinion you have to stop the crack from continuing drill and put a plug at each end then try forcing some Gorilla glue into the crack with a hypodermic syring I have used this method with furniture and it has worked but not under the pressure of a gun stock. But please have aword with Dennis first Mick Edited April 6, 2013 by Mickthemiller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Get it professionally fixed or scrap it, a break in this area in firing can be nasty. To be fair another one of those can be had for under £100, so once you have driven somewhere with it or posted and paid a pro............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Use polyurthene glue . Prise the crack open and force it in then clamp it . I own a joinery company in tamworth so would repair if your local for free . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 I had a similar crack on a semi a few years back a mate of mine sorted it for me,he cut across the crack in sections,about 1/4 of an inch between each cut,he then glued wooden lollipop sticks into the cracks and allowed to dry,he then trimmed the lollipop sticks flush and stained it never got and worse after that,maybe not that pleasing to the eye,but it stopped the crack in its tracks military armourers use to use this method on SLR's BB We just threw the old damaged stocks out and fitted new ones from the spares cupboard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Funker Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 If the gun is of little value just have a stab at fixing it youself. If it goes wrong buy another stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackpowder Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Cascamite is a resin based wood glue and is very strong. If you could prize the crack open a little bit, you could pour some of the glue into the crack, and then clamp it together until it dries. I used this method many years ago on an air rifle stock, and it worked well. That is best ever4 wood glue but you need ti make sure the wood is free from gun oil for it to work. Blackpowder http://compare.ebay.co.uk/like/110873740779?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar&_lwgsi=y Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pond digger 007 Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Cascamite is a resin based wood glue and is very strong. If you could prize the crack open a little bit, you could pour some of the glue into the crack, and then clamp it together until it dries. I used this method many years ago on an air rifle stock, and it worked well. http://compare.ebay.co.uk/like/110873740779?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar&_lwgsi=y This is the way to go, the joint will be as strong as the wood and its water proof. You just need to make sure you get good coverage inside the crack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebarrels Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 We just threw the old damaged stocks out and fitted new ones from the spares cupboard! As I said military armourers your ex crab air aint ya BB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 As I said military armourers your ex crab air aint ya BB LOL WW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 As I said military armourers your ex crab air aint ya BB So then what are you ex BB? I was a serving RAF Armourer for 22 years and as I said, we would have fitted a new stock, not just gashed up a broken one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebarrels Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Need to know basis and you don't need to know BB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Need to know basis and you don't need to know BB You're quite correct, I don't need to know and in fact don't want to know. You just continue to be offensive and I'll watch for your posts and avoid them! That's far easier! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPARKIE Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 open the crack with a wedge and could you get a syringe and blunt needle and squirt the glue into place. failing that http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Duck-Tape-SILVER-50mm-x-10m-Extra-Strong-Water-Proof-/330902420627?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4d0b523c93 its only a Baikal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebarrels Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 (edited) You're quite correct, I don't need to know and in fact don't want to know. You just continue to be offensive and I'll watch for your posts and avoid them! That's far easier! You asked the question "so what are you ex BB" I gave you an answer that's not offensive in any way,well I don't think so anyway or have I touched a nerve if so i'm very sorry,BB And as your ex military,i thought you might understand a bit of banter Edited April 7, 2013 by Bluebarrels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul223 Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Cascamite is a resin based wood glue and is very strong. If you could prize the crack open a little bit, you could pour some of the glue into the crack, and then clamp it together until it dries. I used this method many years ago on an air rifle stock, and it worked well. http://compare.ebay.co.uk/like/110873740779?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar&_lwgsi=y yep used this glue before, this is the way to go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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