Fox Collectors

I bought a Savage fox B seller it is from late 60 to early 70 with American Walnut stock. Did they come from factory with a type or varnish finish. Do i need to strip off varnish or just sand. Stock has a few scratches. Thinking about Boiled Linseed Oil. Has anyone tried Boiled Linseed Oil or maybe ...

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Looking to buy a Savage Fox B series H. 12 gauge 24 in. On barrels it says Savage Arms Westfield Mass. USA but does not say Fox B on barrels. On right side of receiver it says Fox B series H. It has the White Line recoil pad. Serial no. D258297. Other Fox B barrels has this written on barrels one im...