At the Tulsa GS last Nov I picked up a 99 Carbine in what looked like really pathetic condition, It was filthy, the stock was sanded heavily and greasy black sweaty dirty. The handguard was missing and the bore was so filthy I couldn't see through it. When I got it home I completely disassembled it and put the stock in the tub with hot soapy water with some ammonia all day (wife was at work). Soaked all metal parts in old army bore cleaner over a few days and then cleaned all the parts with 0000 and reassembled. The bore was plugged and soaked for three days and when opened I let the thick tar run out. There is not much blue to the metal but the hardened action and in-the-white mag cover and lid parts all have a nice patina and the bore is not to rough, with only signs of tiny pitting that will shoot out and help me clean it warm. I have several questions, I intend to order the humpback handguard but it will contrast with the old sanded stock. Should I look for a better 99 NOS or repro stock ? Is a 99 repro made? should I just be happy with the sanded, no cartouch or P stock and not pursue a upgrade?  I will add some pics later as very late tonite.