Sorry if this topic has come up - I did a search and didn't see it. 

I have a couple of gramp's old rifles and shotguns. Safe queens, nothing super special, just a couple old Winchesters I'd like to keep in good shape for sentimental value. They probably have not been fired in 30 years and are not likely to be any time soon. The wood looks to be in pretty good shape. Is there anything I should do for maintenance? Linseed oil?

 

I would make sure that you do not use too much gun oil on the metal. The oil can soak into the wood and make it very soft.  I have a 96 year old Winchester and have wiped the stock wi†h lemon furniture oil once.

24 minutes ago, JC_68Westy said:

I would make sure that you do not use too much gun oil on the metal. The oil can soak into the wood and make it very soft.  I have a 96 year old Winchester and have wiped the stock wi†h lemon furniture oil once.

A barbers brush is all you need.

@Handyman my go to for untreated ( non lacquered or poly) wooden handles is linseed oil. Butcher blocks, bowls, cutting boards etc is mineral oil.