Repairing scratches in stocks?

[shotgun-2]

What is the best way to repair scratches in high gloss stocks as on Brownings?
Scratches are not too deep but about 1/2 dozen of them, probably from careless placement in a safe. I just bought gun and is in great shape otherwise with nice wood (it is a browning) and would like to fix damage without making it look worse.

Any suggestions?

Thanks

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[deadeye]

depending on how deep the scratches are this would help.

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If the scratches are deep and into the color you may want to find a stain pen that matches the color then top coat with clear using a small brush. After the clear dries then wet sand with 400 grit and wax. I would see if you can find out if Browning finishes with oil or some form of varnish. May depend on the model of gun.

 

[shotgun-2]

I would guess urethane, possibly varnish. Gun was made in 1982, Japanese mfg.