Cracked wooden stock - fix needed

[Dangermouse]

I bought this stock at a slightly knocked down price as it had a crack in the laminate. It was clear at the time and I was to be proved correct, that this crack is only cosmetic and does not affect the strength of the stock as it does not take any weight.

I as wondering if there are any quick fix ways that I could pour, squeeze, rub etc, some compound in to both make the area stronger, but also hide the crack.

I am not intending on selling the rifle at the moment, but it would help in the future if it was not so obvious,

[ovenpaa]

Hard to tell with the picture, is it just a case of one of the layers de-laminating or worse?

[Actionclear]

Never thought I would as this but...

can I have a close up look of your crack.... :)

[Dangermouse]

Used a library picture tonight, will have to venture into the very cold attic tomorrow and get a close up picture,

DM

[woody_rod]

With such a small amount of wood in the butt area, you could use a pin glued in. Simply drill a hole from the bottom and glue in a threaded rod using bedding epoxy coloured to suit. I usually use 1/4" or 5/16" threaded rod. Don't use plain round rod, as it won't stay in place.

[Dangermouse]

The crack runs horizontal on where the cheek peice joins the pistol grip - not the pistol grip.

[Robin128]

Agree with woody_rod on the repair.

That is a 10/22???

I have a brand new OEM laminated stock for a 10/22 bull barrel rifle if you want it?

Rob

[FredB]

I have had some success with stock cracks using super-glue. A bead of super-glue over the crack, left in such a position that gravity will help it run into the crack and then remove the surplus when well hardened (up to two days) with a razor blade. Hardened super-glue looks like varnish.
Fred

[Polchraine]

Is it just in the lacquer finish? Or is it right through several layers of the laminate. If the latter you really do have a problem.

A pin (or two) of threaded stainless steel or brass may be required to hold it together. If you feel you need to pin it then get a 3mm diameter rod and drill a long 2.5mm hole through. Lock two nuts on the end of the studding and screw it into the hole - you will be cutting a thread. Then remove it and repeat a couple of times. The get some gorilla glue (it foams and expands) put a small amount in the hole and screw the studding in until about 5mm from coming through, add a spot more glue to the thread and continue to inset leaving the leading end either flush or just below the surface. Trim the end and refinish.

[Dangermouse]

Does anyone know how to remove super glued fingers from a stock...

Only kidding, but as that is the least intrusive idea so far I may give that a go.
As I have no vice, I am reluctant to go at the stock with my electric drill, whilst gripping the stock between my knees!

The offer of a stock is kind, but I have spent enough on this set up already. All in, I could have got myself one of those SGC 9mm AR's had I the money all at one time.

Thanks for the detailed replies,

DM