How To Fix a Broken Gun Stock With Wood Glue: Easy Repair & Glueing of a Cracked Fore End Grip
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- How to fix a broken gun stock. Using wood glue to repair the cracked forend grip of my 11-87 and clamping into place. This was went very fast and easy, nott hard at all!
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For irregular items like a gunstock, a good trick is to use surgical tubing as a clamp. Just wrap it around and knot it.
Thanks for the comment! You're absolutely right. I have also seen people use exercise tubing (kinda the same thing).
Well, the repair I did on my shotgun forestock held up just fine through the match this past weekend. Thanks for the instructional video and additional advice. Everything is good, and I have my preferred shotgun back in action.
Glad I could help!
Very informative, well done video, thanks
thank you!
That’s great I typed in best glue for gun stock an this is the first thing that popped up an I have the exact same problem with my sweet 16 gage
Thanks for the tutorial, it helps
Youre welcome, thanks for watching!
On old remington model 11 or browning A1 with the spring recoil are hard on forends. The barrel slams back into the tube part of the forend. I bored out the inside of the tube to accept a metal liner embedded in fiber reinforced epoxy. Lined the area around the spring with metal screen (car repair stuff) and coated with the same epoxy. Fortunately found an old vacuum tube with the same o.d. as the spring to form around epoxy. Tinted the epoxy black so it is almost unnoticeable. A little sanding and it's better than new.
Over tightening the forearm cap will cause the forearm to crack every time. On my Browning A5’s I tighten the forearm cap all the way down, then back the cap off 2-3 clicks. This prevents the forearm from being under too much stress/pressure so it won’t crack from the recoil.
I like this because it is short and to the point. When I am looking for a specific fix, I really am not interested in a lot of chit-chat. This fit the bill perfectly for me.
I really make an extra effort to cut out as much dead space as I can in my videos, I don’t like it when someone spends 20 minutes telling me how to do something when it could have been done in 5! Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks this video if helpful I just bought a single shot iver arms shotgun at gun show for $50 and a new stock is $120 / didn’t wanna stock $170 into a gun only worth around $100 and didn’t wanna just use duct tape
A moderate amount of walnut oil should keep the wood healthy and pliable. A tiny amount covers the unvarnished parts of the stock which will stop it drying out. It will also repel water better. Good luck and thanks for sharing.
What would I do? First, tape off the area on outside of the stock so to control the mess, so not to get glue into the checkering. Next, take a small screwdriver and use it as a wedge, tapping it in gently, to open the crack making the glue easier to get down deep. Next, use about 70% less glue. You don't have to drown the area. If using your finger you can push a moderate amount of glue into the entire crack.
Next, I would do a dry run on how to clamp all three cracks at the same time. I would make a piece of wood as a bridge to go in the slot where the barrel goes and then with hose clamps and some kind of gasket material to protect the stock from scratches, clamp it snug, but not over tight so you don't make the stock out-of-round.
Would I use that type of glue? I would have to research that. Why? Some glues when cured become too brittle and you have to consider the repetitive shock recoil effect. Remember that wood is pliable and can bend, or expand and contract. You need a glue that can go with the expansion or contraction.
What's the point in gluing if you have to do it again and again.
No no no
better idea
I love DIYs and that's a great one , I saw u on Marshall Hurts shout out I'll subscribe and support ya bro
If you're gonna shoot a gun, you better know how to fix it too! That forend stock isn't made anymore in that finish, Id be digging through ebay for a new used one. Checked out your channel, looks great! Subbed, thanks for the support!
Thanks for the video. I have an M1 carbine WWII original stock that I'd like to safe. I have a crack running from the trigger area toward the muzzle but not all the way so if I spread it I run the risk of make the crack go all the way but maybe nothing I can do about that. Maybe I can clamp the front also but it looks like I need to open it enough to get clue inside.
It’s important that glue gets into the entire crack. Sometimes doing so does make the crack larger.
@@Sportsman101 Thanks, I'm going to spread it and put a blade or flathead screwdriver from the inside to keep it spread then push some glue from both sides.
I use Watco Rejuvenating Oil on my wood.
How long did the fix last?
Keeping it in a dry condition ( as it should be) will cause the wood to shrink due to moisture loss and that can crack a piece of wood.
I have an old sxs shutgun, and the handguard was getting loose last night. I found a crack going right through where the screws attach for the piece of metal that connects it to the stock. Going to have to try this to see if it repairs the crack good.
Sounds like that could be a tricky spot. Since there’s a screw involved you might be better off using a strong epoxy on it. Hard to say without seeing it myself though.
@@Sportsman101 I ended up trying the epoxy. I set the screw while it was still clamped to avoid stressing the repaired fracture. Haven't had a chance to try it yet, but I'll see how it holds up this weekend at the cowboy shoot at Paradise Pass.
Can the cracks be seen after these steps?
I don't see you use sandpaper.
Thanks.
Thin wooden forends are very susceptible to splitting due to the thickness (lack of) of the wood and the heat generated by the barrel plus moisture getting in in the rain and then drying out. Make sure the wood is oiled or varnished well (inleted portion) as it needs as much care from moisture as the metal.
Thanks for your input! and thanks for watching too!
The wood maybe got to dry. Loss what ever moisture it had left in it. I know this happens with garden tools. Usually a small amount of boiled linseed oil yearly keeps the cracks away
Thanks for the tip, and thanks for watching!
after you have a crack. do you then use linseed oil? should you use it before gluing to try to form the stock back to its original state?
Did you also open the crack a little so the glue get everywhere?
I guess the same trick would work on my electric guitar body then, thanks!
Never fixed a guitar 🎸 before but this is what I would do! Thanks for watching!
What glue or sealant would you recommend me to use on a plastic rifle stock that’s snapped at the grip end?
Somethin that won’t expand more than likely maybe JB-Weld?
Use masking tape over the checker and less glue. after clamping wipe off the excess with a damp paper towel. I use TiteBond polyethylene glue and it needs moisture to cure. works great and it's already kind of brown.
Thanks for the tips!
i learned with the video to spread the glue with the checkering above the crack no cleaning or taping required.
Question: I need to repair some cracks on the stock of a Mexican Mauser. I've completely stripped the stock and am going to be refinishing it with pure tung oil. Should I glue the cracks before or after refinishing the stock?
Shannon I’ve never completely refinished a stock but I have refinished an awful lot of furniture (pretty much the same). General rule is strip, repair, sand, then finish. Repairing the cracks and sanding before applying your oil will make the cracks less noticeable when it’s finished.
@@Sportsman101 Makes sense. Thanks man!
I like the vid, but honestly I would have taken my time and done each crack separately. good job though :D
I admit thats probably the best thing to do, thanks for watching!
Take the forend off once in an and oil the wood from the inside with gun oil…sparingly!!! Use a gun safe heater to keep humidity low during the wet seasons. You should have purchased a large hypodermic needle from a veterinary and put it in the crack.
I use Titebond 3 building wooden boats ... it's the best waterproof glue on the market without going to a two-part mix epoxy !!!
Always make sure your barrel nut is tight on a auto loading shotgun.
Thanks for the tip!
any tips for me?
im buying a Finn M39 from ClassicFirearms with a cracked stock. anything you didnt include in your video will be much appreciated
kelly shea thanks for the question. Yes you should be able to mend almost any crack with this method! If your crack has some missing wood, it may also require a bit of sanding to smooth it out or maybe even a bit of wood filler. With the older gun you bought, you may want to consider refinishing the entire stock.
3 inch high brass loads will do that
magnum loads and overtightning the forend lug....tighten all the way then back off a full click
Thanks for the tip!
Overtightened magazine tube cap will cause forends to crack...
Just because you *can* fix a stock with wood glue, doesn't mean you should. Epoxy works better and lasts longer.
Just because people use epoxy to fix gunstocks doesnt mean you have to. Glue is meant for that purpose. Amatuer speaking knowing that you only use epoxy when you take out wood or need space filled. Epoxy is not meant for cracks.
your missing the steel forearm support ring, that sits inside of your forearm and around the front of forearm where the mag. tube comes through, these are factory issue, and can be obtained. The purpose, so recoil of your firearm won't crack your wooden forearm.
Thanks for commenting! I do have the support ring installed. I think my issue was a loose magazine cap.
I made it by myself. I used woodprix woodworking plans for that.
Did this repair hold up ...???
This repair held and did not re-break, but the forend stock kept cracking in new places so I ultimately had to replace it.
Being a duck gun, I’m assuming it’s constantly getting wet/dry etc… wood doesn’t like that
Prolly won’t hold unless you strip the stock of oils and varnish
Well... it’s 2 years now since making this video. These fixes are still holding.
Banged against a tree probably , I'm dealing with some cracks in my old Steven's .22slr im pretty sad about it shes old As fuck lol .
Holy shit batman a little less glue next time. Less glue and either a suction cup or compressed air to blow it in.
I suggest watching C&Rsenal instead.
If you want to make your own woodworking yourself just look for wood prix website. There is all you need to make it :)
Putting too much gun oil on your action bars will slowly seep in the for end and dry out the wood allowing it to dry out. That is what leads to cracks. Only oil the receiver where the action bars go in. The better and more permanent fix is to drill out the crack and insert a dowel into the hole with a really good adhesive. No more cracks and a sturdy fore end.
Thanks for the tip, much appreciated!
How about superglue and baking soda???
I've heard about this mixture but I don't know too much about it. Its a good idea not to use any glue that expands during the drying process, it could mess up your alignment. I believe Gorilla Glue is known for this. Do a little research and make sure it doesn't do that. I have used Loctite on other guns it works great.
Make sure you read your bottle of superglue too, find out the method used for removing excess glue! If you want to keep the finish that's on the stock, make sure its not something that's going to remove it. Thanks for watching!
Sportsman 101 it is a crack visible only from the inside of my Franchi frond stock, its on the back right after cartridge slider... works fine but i saw that the crack is getting longer so i want to fix that from inside and after dremel polish it... i was thinking also a medical gaza armour with wood glue and after again dremel polish... second idea is more elastic i think since the shotgun use air piston that can not go that low since it travels through rails about half distance, not even close to the crack!!! Looking forward for duck season... Hello from Greece...!!!
Right back at you from Minnesota! Good to know your crack isn't too serious yet. I assume you have a Franchi Affinity then? Very nice looking gun. Of course you're free to do what you wish with your crack, but I wouldn't think the baking soda is necessary. I have heard of people glueing mesh on the inside like you described for extra reinforcement and being very successful. I considered doing that myself, actually, since this forend was broken in a few places. Thanks for watching this channel and leaving some comments behind. Good luck with duck season! (I'm itching for it too)
Sportsman 101
It is the Frachi Prestige back from 1990...
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