Shameless,very informative stuff.I`ve got a model 93 22mag,synthetic also one in 22-250 synthetic .If I hit it with some 200grit and acetone,then as you said primer 2-3 coats... Would that help in not chipping,or cracking beign it`s got a bit more flex? Great look on your gun, the cedar pattern is perfect for my territory {Kalkaska Co}.Just north of you...Thanks in advance.Gary