Ballistol Scherell’s Schaftol Extra Dark is a tinted care and protection oil for natural wooden gun stocks.
Ballistol Scherell’s Schaftol Extra Dark is a tinted care and protection oil for natural wooden gun stocks. It penetrates open-pored wood, helps protect it from moisture and weathering, and gives the surface a deep, dark tone. The 50 ml bottle has an integrated foam applicator for controlled, even application. Suitable for use Natural wooden rifle and pistol stocks Maintaining or refreshing very dark wood tones Gradually darkening lighter wood Untreated and oil-finished open-pored wood Fine wooden furniture Antiques and other natural wooden objects Protecting wood against moisture and weathering Helping prevent staining and mottling Periodic maintenance after use in wet conditions Why choose Ballistol Schaftol Extra-Dark stock oil? Formulated specifically for the care of gun stocks Extra-dark shade for dark natural wood Can be used to darken lighter absorbent wood gradually Penetrates open-pored natural wood Helps protect against moisture and weathering Reduces the risk of a stained or mottled appearance Enhances the natural grain of the wood Made from high-quality, pure natural raw materials Only a small quantity is required Also suitable for fine furniture and antiques Integrated foam applicator Not classified as hazardous under the CLP Regulation according to the manufacturer’s safety data sheet Technical specifications Product type: Tinted wood-protection and gun-stock oil Shade: Extra dark Volume: 50 ml Container: Bottle with integrated foam applicator Suitable surface: Natural, absorbent and open-pored wood Primary application: Care and protection of wooden gun stocks Additional applications: Natural wooden furniture, antiques and other wooden objects Physical state: Liquid Colour: Varies according to the selected shade Odour: Pleasant Density: Approximately 0.93 g/cm³ at 20 °C Kinematic viscosity: Approximately 51.2 mm²/s at 20 °C Vapour pressure: Less than 1 hPa at 30 °C Boiling point: Above 350 °C Flash point: Above 300 °C CLP classification: Not classified as a hazardous mixture Transport classification: Not regulated as dangerous goods under ADR/RID, IMDG or ICAO/IATA Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable according to OECD criteria, as stated in the safety data sheet Storage period stated in the manufacturer’s safety data sheet: 3 years Storage: Cool, tightly closed and in the original container Protect from: Extreme heat and cold Supplied with 50 ml bottle of Ballistol Scherell’s Schaftol Extra-Dark stock oil Integrated foam applicator Frequently asked questions Does Extra Dark immediately turn wood almost black? Not necessarily. The final colour depends on the wood species, its original shade, absorbency, previous finish and the number of coats applied. Extra Dark is the darkest Schaftol shade, but it should always be tested on a small concealed area first. Is Schaftol suitable for a varnished or painted stock? The oil needs an open, absorbent surface so that it can penetrate the wood. It may not soak through an intact varnish, paint or other sealed coating, and the result could be uneven. It is also not intended for synthetic or laminated stocks. How should Schaftol Extra Dark be applied? Make sure the surface is clean, dry and free from grease. Test the oil on a concealed area, then use the foam applicator to apply a thin, even coat in the direction of the grain. Allow the oil to penetrate, remove unabsorbed residue with a soft lint-free cloth and leave the surface to dry. Additional thin coats may be applied after the preceding coat has dried if a deeper tone is required. Can it refresh an older oil finish? Yes, provided that the existing finish is oil-based and the surface remains absorbent. Wax, silicone, dirt or a sealed coating can prevent proper penetration. Test compatibility on an inconspicuous area if the previous treatment is unknown. Does Schaftol repair cracks or deep scratches? No. It cares for, colours and protects the wood, but it does not bond cracks or fill deep damage. Structural cracks and loose sections must be repaired properly before the oil is applied. Is Schaftol Extra Dark classified as a hazardous chemical? The manufacturer’s 2023 safety data sheet states that the mixture is not classified as hazardous under the CLP Regulation. Normal precautions still apply: avoid eye contact and ingestion, wash hands after use and do not allow the product to enter drains or surface water. Keep the original container tightly closed, away from food and—following the safety data sheet—away from ignition sources. When is Ballistol Schaftol Extra Dark the right choice? Extra Dark is best suited to maintaining a very dark natural wooden stock or gradually giving absorbent wood a deeper colour. It is also a practical option for refreshing an older dark oil finish when the surface is clean and still able to absorb oil. Choose the light version when preserving the wood’s original pale shade is more important. Dark Brown or Red Brown may be more appropriate when Extra Dark could produce a deeper result than desired. Natural wood varies considerably, so the finished shade cannot be predicted from the colour name alone. Expert recommendation Test the product on a concealed part of the stock before treating the entire surface. End grain and worn areas can absorb more oil and may become darker than the surrounding wood. Several very thin coats generally give better control than one heavy coat. Always remove any residue that the wood has not absorbed to avoid a sticky or uneven surface. Before caring for a gun stock, confirm that the firearm is completely unloaded and keep ammunition away from the work area. When practical, remove the wooden stock in accordance with the firearm manufacturer’s instructions. Do not apply Schaftol to optics, synthetic components, the internal metal mechanism or an intact sealed varnish. Keep the treated stock in a clean, dust-free place until the surface has dried completely. Deep colour and weather protection for natural wooden stocks Ballistol Scherell’s Schaftol Extra Dark combines tinted wood care with moisture protection in a convenient 50 ml applicator bottle. It is a practical choice for the regular care of dark, open-pored wooden gun stocks and for enhancing their natural grain.
Ballistol Scherell’s Schaftol Extra Dark is a tinted care and protection oil for natural wooden gun stocks. It penetrates open-pored wood, helps protect it from moisture and weathering, and gives the surface a deep, dark tone. The 50 ml bottle has an integrated foam applicator for controlled, even application. Suitable for use Natural wooden rifle and pistol stocks Maintaining or refreshing very dark wood tones Gradually darkening lighter wood Untreated and oil-finished open-pored wood Fine wooden furniture Antiques and other natural wooden objects Protecting wood against moisture and weathering Helping prevent staining and mottling Periodic maintenance after use in wet conditions Why choose Ballistol Schaftol Extra-Dark stock oil? Formulated specifically for the care of gun stocks Extra-dark shade for dark natural wood Can be used to darken lighter absorbent wood gradually Penetrates open-pored natural wood Helps protect against moisture and weathering Reduces the risk of a stained or mottled appearance Enhances the natural grain of the wood Made from high-quality, pure natural raw materials Only a small quantity is required Also suitable for fine furniture and antiques Integrated foam applicator Not classified as hazardous under the CLP Regulation according to the manufacturer’s safety data sheet Technical specifications Product type: Tinted wood-protection and gun-stock oil Shade: Extra dark Volume: 50 ml Container: Bottle with integrated foam applicator Suitable surface: Natural, absorbent and open-pored wood Primary application: Care and protection of wooden gun stocks Additional applications: Natural wooden furniture, antiques and other wooden objects Physical state: Liquid Colour: Varies according to the selected shade Odour: Pleasant Density: Approximately 0.93 g/cm³ at 20 °C Kinematic viscosity: Approximately 51.2 mm²/s at 20 °C Vapour pressure: Less than 1 hPa at 30 °C Boiling point: Above 350 °C Flash point: Above 300 °C CLP classification: Not classified as a hazardous mixture Transport classification: Not regulated as dangerous goods under ADR/RID, IMDG or ICAO/IATA Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable according to OECD criteria, as stated in the safety data sheet Storage period stated in the manufacturer’s safety data sheet: 3 years Storage: Cool, tightly closed and in the original container Protect from: Extreme heat and cold Supplied with 50 ml bottle of Ballistol Scherell’s Schaftol Extra-Dark stock oil Integrated foam applicator Frequently asked questions Does Extra Dark immediately turn wood almost black? Not necessarily. The final colour depends on the wood species, its original shade, absorbency, previous finish and the number of coats applied. Extra Dark is the darkest Schaftol shade, but it should always be tested on a small concealed area first. Is Schaftol suitable for a varnished or painted stock? The oil needs an open, absorbent surface so that it can penetrate the wood. It may not soak through an intact varnish, paint or other sealed coating, and the result could be uneven. It is also not intended for synthetic or laminated stocks. How should Schaftol Extra Dark be applied? Make sure the surface is clean, dry and free from grease. Test the oil on a concealed area, then use the foam applicator to apply a thin, even coat in the direction of the grain. Allow the oil to penetrate, remove unabsorbed residue with a soft lint-free cloth and leave the surface to dry. Additional thin coats may be applied after the preceding coat has dried if a deeper tone is required. Can it refresh an older oil finish? Yes, provided that the existing finish is oil-based and the surface remains absorbent. Wax, silicone, dirt or a sealed coating can prevent proper penetration. Test compatibility on an inconspicuous area if the previous treatment is unknown. Does Schaftol repair cracks or deep scratches? No. It cares for, colours and protects the wood, but it does not bond cracks or fill deep damage. Structural cracks and loose sections must be repaired properly before the oil is applied. Is Schaftol Extra Dark classified as a hazardous chemical? The manufacturer’s 2023 safety data sheet states that the mixture is not classified as hazardous under the CLP Regulation. Normal precautions still apply: avoid eye contact and ingestion, wash hands after use and do not allow the product to enter drains or surface water. Keep the original container tightly closed, away from food and—following the safety data sheet—away from ignition sources. When is Ballistol Schaftol Extra Dark the right choice? Extra Dark is best suited to maintaining a very dark natural wooden stock or gradually giving absorbent wood a deeper colour. It is also a practical option for refreshing an older dark oil finish when the surface is clean and still able to absorb oil. Choose the light version when preserving the wood’s original pale shade is more important. Dark Brown or Red Brown may be more appropriate when Extra Dark could produce a deeper result than desired. Natural wood varies considerably, so the finished shade cannot be predicted from the colour name alone. Expert recommendation Test the product on a concealed part of the stock before treating the entire surface. End grain and worn areas can absorb more oil and may become darker than the surrounding wood. Several very thin coats generally give better control than one heavy coat. Always remove any residue that the wood has not absorbed to avoid a sticky or uneven surface. Before caring for a gun stock, confirm that the firearm is completely unloaded and keep ammunition away from the work area. When practical, remove the wooden stock in accordance with the firearm manufacturer’s instructions. Do not apply Schaftol to optics, synthetic components, the internal metal mechanism or an intact sealed varnish. Keep the treated stock in a clean, dust-free place until the surface has dried completely. Deep colour and weather protection for natural wooden stocks Ballistol Scherell’s Schaftol Extra Dark combines tinted wood care with moisture protection in a convenient 50 ml applicator bottle. It is a practical choice for the regular care of dark, open-pored wooden gun stocks and for enhancing their natural grain.
