New grips, "Raw" wood

DaveinTN · 10-05-2009, 09:12 PM

Quick question:

I just bought a set of "laser cut" walnut grips for my shooter from our friends at Numrich. As far as I can tell, the grips are "raw" and unfinished.

Before I put them on my pistol, I'd like to put on a simple finish to keep them from drying out and cracking.

A friend recommended tung oil, but at $18/quart, it's a little bit expensive, considering I'm going to use it only on one set of grips.

Any and all suggestions for a substitute finish will be appreciated.

Many thanks,

Dave in TN.

10-05-2009, 09:12 PM	#1
DaveinTN User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 186 Thanks: 3 Thanked 15 Times in 11 Posts	New grips, "Raw" wood Quick question: I just bought a set of "laser cut" walnut grips for my shooter from our friends at Numrich. As far as I can tell, the grips are "raw" and unfinished. Before I put them on my pistol, I'd like to put on a simple finish to keep them from drying out and cracking. A friend recommended tung oil, but at $18/quart, it's a little bit expensive, considering I'm going to use it only on one set of grips. Any and all suggestions for a substitute finish will be appreciated. Many thanks, Dave in TN.