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Thames Valley Guns
Tactical Rifles & Classic Firearm Restoration
Restoration Process - This basic procedure is applied to every classic rifle we sell
Safety & Feasibility 
When the rifle is brought by the customer its condition is inspected for safety and whether it is practical to restore the rifle.
1. The rifle is In-inspected and its history identified.
2. It is completely stripped down to all its component parts.
3. The wood and all the metal parts are degreased.
4. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
5. All metal parts are polished
6. All the old finish is removed from the wood leaving any historical markings.
7. Remove any excessive oil from the wood.
8. Repair or replace all the wood by traditional methods.
9. Correctly fit and colour match all the wood.
10. Seal wood and apply the final finish.
11. Correctly fit and lubricate all the components.
12. Gauge rifle with matching numbered components
13. Assemble rifle
14. Function test rifle with dummy cartridges.
Range test 
When the restoration process is complete the rifle is range and safety tested. The rifle must achieve or better the standard infantry grouping of a 4” Square at 100yrds