Started this build yesterday.
Passed all the function test, now strip down to start all the custom stuff.
This one is going to have a walnut grip.
Much easier than the antler grip because it is easier to cut thin strips of walnut.
I sanded .035 off each side of the frame, walnut is just less than 1/8th. After I do some more shaping and fiting on the walnut, if needed I can sand more off. This will feel like the original grip size.
Still has a ways to go with frame mods and molding in the magwell that I'll get to in the new year.
Its cold and snowing so what do I do?
work on my new builds.
Painting finished.
I mixed a light flat tan with some magpul tan, then added some clear pearl. This what came out. I kinds like it, it is a creamy look with pearl sparkles.
Before starting stippling I meltrd in tabs to cover the magwell screw hole.
Next I'll melt all the fatory stippling flat getting ready for my pattern.
This is something I haven't tried but it turns out, it is a lot easier and faster then removing fatory stippling by sanding.
I love the color a true custom color. Stippling turn out great.
I thought the bone would be the best but this walnut is going to take the show I think.
Next step finish the walnut and start fitting parts.