Thanks guys ... I have considered just about everything from painting to complete stripping. I was trying to find something much like a "Formbys" re-finish product which basically "melts" or chemically allows the present finsih to flow again, smoothing out checking and other problems with a finish. I have used such a product like the "Formbys" thing except it was my grandfathers formula. It used certain %'s of mineral spirits, varnish, and white vinegar if I remeber correctly....but I can't find the formula....I'm not even sure about the white vinegar....
I may just find a decent aftermarket synthetic for the old 110 and practice on the old wood stock as an experiment for future wood stock rejuvination.