Thread: Refinishing a Boyds stock

I have just completed a full pillar bedding job on a Boyds SS Evolution stock for my CZ455 17HMR and took the opportunity to rework the shape of the pistol grip to better fit my hand (found the original to be a bit tight in the grip opening, and quite different to the same stock style on my 10/22). I now have a stock with portions of original clear coat finish and portions with freshy sanded wood.
I plan to completely re-finish the stock. I find the original factory finish is fine, but a bit slippery in the wet.

Any recommendations on a good hardwearing finish for these laminated stocks?