Wood on early 110 rifles?

[Camohunter]

I need to cut out a bad spot and repair a 110 stock with a new piece of wood.
Does anyone know if early stocks were made of regular walnut?
This rifle was manufactured in 1958.

Thanks,

Camo

[BB68]

Thats going to be a tough one. Even if you find the same grade and type of wood, the difference between trees will be enough not to match. The way I would try and match would be; take finish off and bring your stock with you down to the sawmill to match it up the best possible with board they have.

[PhilC]

I need to cut out a bad spot and repair a 110 stock with a new piece of wood.
Does anyone know if early stocks were made of regular walnut?
This rifle was manufactured in 1958.

Thanks,

Camo
Yes. I have one made in 1957 and it's hand checkered walnut.

[Camohunter]

I have an additional question for someone that might know something about Savage stocks.
On my rifle stock, I have a small plastic piece fitted in the bolt channel of the stock.
Has anyone seen this on a early rifle? I removed the one small screw but it still will not budge. I do not want to destroy it trying to get it out. Curious to see if it can be popped out with no damage.
Thanks,
Camo

[sharpshooter]

Leave it in....they were screwed and glued at the factory. The insert is just a filler for the small gap around the bolt handle and the bolt release.

[Camohunter]

So, if I need to refinish stock after my repair I should just tape it off while removing old finish, sanding and the application of new finish?
Thanks,
Camo