Hmmmm, maybee flat screws would look better. I just had rounded ones on hand when I did the patchbox, I'll have to try and see. As far as the metal goes, I had wanted to leave the metal in the white and let mother nature take over combined with good use. However, after hunting with the rifle I realized it was just too bright, and could possibly scare game. I didn't want to brown the barrel, or artificially age it, but wanted to take away a little of the brightness. So, in hopes to speed up natures process, I applied some browning solution, then wiped it off with a moist rag. Then applied some cold blueing paste and wiped it off. A few days latter I took the rifle hunting on a rainy day, and what you see now is the result, that combined with a little intentional neglecting to oil up the barrel and furniture after use. I intend on posting some close up picks when I get a chance to take some quality photos. I attempted to take some after work the other day, and realized I needed to take them in natural light. The pics just didn't come out well with indoor lighting. I will get them up when I can. Thanks for the commpliments and critiques.
