M1903 Stock Repair

[Texican Scotty]

I have a M1903 Springfield (made 1921) that's in great condition. However, the buttplate will not stay secure because the hole for the screw has started to strip. Anyone have any suggestions in the Houston area where I can get someone with some woodworking skill. Appreciate in advance any help anyone can give.

 

[baboon]

Fill it with tooth pick & Elmers glue. Let it dry for a week.

 

[Texican Scotty]

That sounds so out of the ordinary, I'm gonna have to try that! Thank you sir! atriot:

 

[lonewolf23c]

You could also fill the hole with wood putty, let it harden, or even use an epoxy and let it harden completely, then re-drill the hole and re-attach the butt plate.

 

[Charley]

coat a dowel of the proper diameter, abnd let dry. Redrill ytour pilot hole, and reinstall.

Same principal as the toothpick trick, just a bit more permanent.