Mauser Type A stock finish

[alby]

Morning all,
Recently purchased this Type A in 9.3 x62 and noticed the stock has a mottled appearance from storage-mould maybe?
Any suggestions from the gurus on what I can use to treat it and keep original finish?
FYI when I use Ballistol and wipe stock it comes up great! But reappears when dry.
Cheers Alby.

 

[alby]

Trying to post a close up photo of marks…

 

[steve white]

Carefully sand with 1000 grit sandpaper--not removing much of the original finish and then top the finish off with a hand rubbed solution of your choice (oil based).

 

[Luvthunt]

Looks like water spots.

 

[Huvius]

Carefully sand with 1000 grit sandpaper--not removing much of the original finish and then top the finish off with a hand rubbed solution of your choice (oil based).

I've done similar using 0000 steel wool and oil.

A TypeA in 9.3X62 is about the ideal rifle.
Excellent choice!!

 

[alby]

Thanks for the replies gents, yes a lovely rifle very light and handy. Will give the 0000 steel wool and oil a try…