Update: nylon brush/ terrycloth and lots of hoppes and many hours of rubbing did the trick.
Note: do not use lacquer thinner on high gloss wood stocks... ask me how I know.
Go to auto parts store and get a can of AIRCRAFT PAINT REMOVER. it is in a blue can with a picture of an airplane on it. Stores like O’Reilly‘s and AutoZone have it. Spray on and let it sit. Few mi utes later the Paint will wipe right off. Wear a good mask and use in a well ventilated area. Don’t breathe it.