Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax is a high-quality protective treatment for gun stocks and other finished surfaces. Its blend of carnauba, beeswax and silicone creates a lustrous, water-repellent film that helps protect the finish from weather and handling.
Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax is a high-quality protective treatment for gun stocks and other finished surfaces. Its blend of carnauba, beeswax and silicone creates a lustrous, water-repellent film that helps protect the finish from weather and handling. It is suitable for wood, exterior metal surfaces and leather. Suitable for use Finished wooden gun stocks Final protection over a cured Tru-Oil finish Exterior metal surfaces Leather slings and accessories Refreshing the lustre of an existing finish Reducing the effects of moisture and handling Routine maintenance of hunting and sporting firearms Why choose Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax? Blend of carnauba, beeswax and silicone Creates a lustrous, water-repellent film Protects finishes from weather and handling Helps reduce finish cracking Will not rub off in the same way as oils Suitable for wood, metal and leather Enhances the appearance of finished wood Easy to apply and polish Suitable for use over fully cured Tru-Oil Technical specifications Product type: Gun-stock protective and polishing wax Main components: Carnauba, beeswax and silicone Suitable materials: Finished wood, metal and leather Primary purpose: Surface protection and lustre restoration Protective film: Lustrous and water repellent Application: Thin, even coat Finishing method: Polish until thoroughly dry Reapplication: As required to achieve the desired lustre Application over Tru-Oil: At least 7 days after the final oil coat Colour effect: Clear protective finish Volume: 90 ml Supplied with 90 ml bottle of Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax Frequently asked questions Is the wax suitable for unfinished wood? Gun Stock Wax is primarily intended to protect an existing finish. Bare or excessively dry wood should first be treated with an appropriate penetrating finish. Wax does not replace the base finish required by unfinished wood. When can it be applied over Tru-Oil? The manufacturer recommends waiting at least seven days after the final Tru-Oil coat. Applying wax too early may interfere with the curing finish and produce an uneven surface. How should Gun Stock Wax be applied? Apply a small quantity to a clean, dry surface and spread it into a thin, even coat. Polish with a clean, soft cloth until the surface is thoroughly dry and the desired lustre is achieved. Repeat when additional protection or shine is required. Can it be used on metal firearm parts? Yes. The manufacturer lists metal and leather in addition to wood. Apply the wax only to exterior surfaces and keep it away from the bore, chamber, trigger mechanism and other moving components. Will it repair a scratched or cracked finish? No. Wax may make very light handling marks less visible, but it cannot repair a finish that is scratched through, peeling or cracked. Such damage should be repaired or refinished before waxing. Does Gun Stock Wax replace firearm oil? No. The wax protects and polishes exterior surfaces. It is not a lubricant for moving parts and should not replace bore cleaner, firearm oil or long-term internal rust protection. What safety precautions are required? Gun Stock Wax is flammable, and its vapour may cause irritation, drowsiness or dizziness. Use it with good ventilation, wear gloves and eye protection, and keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames. The safety data sheet also warns against spontaneous combustion of contaminated cloths; handle and dispose of used cloths exactly as directed and in accordance with local regulations. Recommended products Tru-Oil Stock Finish 90 ml Tru-Oil Stock Finish 240 ml Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit Stock Sheen & Conditioner Gun Stock Sealer & Filler Walnut wood touch-up pen When is Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax the right choice? Gun Stock Wax is appropriate when the stock finish is already in good condition and needs additional protection, renewed lustre or routine maintenance. It is particularly useful as the final protective treatment over a fully cured Tru-Oil finish. Start with a penetrating finish or complete restoration kit when the wood is bare, dry or worn through. Wax does not repair a damaged coating and is not intended to lubricate the firearm’s moving parts. Expert recommendation Remove dust, moisture and fingerprints before applying the wax. Use only a small quantity, as a heavy layer is more difficult to polish and may leave an uneven appearance. A clean, soft cloth produces the most consistent result. Wait at least seven days before waxing a freshly applied Tru-Oil finish. When treating metal, restrict the wax to exterior surfaces and prevent it from entering the bore, chamber or firearm mechanism. Additional protection for wood, metal and leather Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax creates a lustrous, water-repellent film over finished surfaces. It helps preserve the appearance of wooden gun stocks and can also be used to protect exterior metal surfaces and leather accessories.
Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax is a high-quality protective treatment for gun stocks and other finished surfaces. Its blend of carnauba, beeswax and silicone creates a lustrous, water-repellent film that helps protect the finish from weather and handling. It is suitable for wood, exterior metal surfaces and leather. Suitable for use Finished wooden gun stocks Final protection over a cured Tru-Oil finish Exterior metal surfaces Leather slings and accessories Refreshing the lustre of an existing finish Reducing the effects of moisture and handling Routine maintenance of hunting and sporting firearms Why choose Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax? Blend of carnauba, beeswax and silicone Creates a lustrous, water-repellent film Protects finishes from weather and handling Helps reduce finish cracking Will not rub off in the same way as oils Suitable for wood, metal and leather Enhances the appearance of finished wood Easy to apply and polish Suitable for use over fully cured Tru-Oil Technical specifications Product type: Gun-stock protective and polishing wax Main components: Carnauba, beeswax and silicone Suitable materials: Finished wood, metal and leather Primary purpose: Surface protection and lustre restoration Protective film: Lustrous and water repellent Application: Thin, even coat Finishing method: Polish until thoroughly dry Reapplication: As required to achieve the desired lustre Application over Tru-Oil: At least 7 days after the final oil coat Colour effect: Clear protective finish Volume: 90 ml Supplied with 90 ml bottle of Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax Frequently asked questions Is the wax suitable for unfinished wood? Gun Stock Wax is primarily intended to protect an existing finish. Bare or excessively dry wood should first be treated with an appropriate penetrating finish. Wax does not replace the base finish required by unfinished wood. When can it be applied over Tru-Oil? The manufacturer recommends waiting at least seven days after the final Tru-Oil coat. Applying wax too early may interfere with the curing finish and produce an uneven surface. How should Gun Stock Wax be applied? Apply a small quantity to a clean, dry surface and spread it into a thin, even coat. Polish with a clean, soft cloth until the surface is thoroughly dry and the desired lustre is achieved. Repeat when additional protection or shine is required. Can it be used on metal firearm parts? Yes. The manufacturer lists metal and leather in addition to wood. Apply the wax only to exterior surfaces and keep it away from the bore, chamber, trigger mechanism and other moving components. Will it repair a scratched or cracked finish? No. Wax may make very light handling marks less visible, but it cannot repair a finish that is scratched through, peeling or cracked. Such damage should be repaired or refinished before waxing. Does Gun Stock Wax replace firearm oil? No. The wax protects and polishes exterior surfaces. It is not a lubricant for moving parts and should not replace bore cleaner, firearm oil or long-term internal rust protection. What safety precautions are required? Gun Stock Wax is flammable, and its vapour may cause irritation, drowsiness or dizziness. Use it with good ventilation, wear gloves and eye protection, and keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames. The safety data sheet also warns against spontaneous combustion of contaminated cloths; handle and dispose of used cloths exactly as directed and in accordance with local regulations. Recommended products Tru-Oil Stock Finish 90 ml Tru-Oil Stock Finish 240 ml Tru-Oil Gun Stock Finish Kit Stock Sheen & Conditioner Gun Stock Sealer & Filler Walnut wood touch-up pen When is Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax the right choice? Gun Stock Wax is appropriate when the stock finish is already in good condition and needs additional protection, renewed lustre or routine maintenance. It is particularly useful as the final protective treatment over a fully cured Tru-Oil finish. Start with a penetrating finish or complete restoration kit when the wood is bare, dry or worn through. Wax does not repair a damaged coating and is not intended to lubricate the firearm’s moving parts. Expert recommendation Remove dust, moisture and fingerprints before applying the wax. Use only a small quantity, as a heavy layer is more difficult to polish and may leave an uneven appearance. A clean, soft cloth produces the most consistent result. Wait at least seven days before waxing a freshly applied Tru-Oil finish. When treating metal, restrict the wax to exterior surfaces and prevent it from entering the bore, chamber or firearm mechanism. Additional protection for wood, metal and leather Birchwood Casey Gun Stock Wax creates a lustrous, water-repellent film over finished surfaces. It helps preserve the appearance of wooden gun stocks and can also be used to protect exterior metal surfaces and leather accessories.
