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Comment by Poorness Studios on April 18, 2021 at 4:12am

Thanks Derek.

Comment by Derek Rose on April 18, 2021 at 3:04am

That wood grain is looking great.

Comment by Poorness Studios on April 17, 2021 at 3:44am

It really looks nice John. Next is the drum head. That's a little more daunting. 

Comment by Uncle John on April 17, 2021 at 3:25am

Man, that is FAST drying.

Comment by Uncle John on April 17, 2021 at 3:25am

Nice tips on finish.   I have some I should go back to and do that.  Oh, good idea from T-belly too.

Comment by Poorness Studios on April 17, 2021 at 1:59am

That's a good tip. Thanks t-belly.

Comment by t-belly johnson on April 16, 2021 at 1:37pm

Coming on nicely mate. I use Danish oil a lot but found fine wire wool( steel wool) works better than sandpaper. I also found the oil never really sets hard so I mix half danish oil with a yacht varnish. I`ve found a 50/50 mix dries quickly and the shine and protection lasts.Also you can get away with 2 coats rather than the 4/5 coats of Danish! It may be worthwhile trying on a bit of old timber..... not that I`m saying you haven`t got a great finish!

Looking forward to the next installment 

Comment by Poorness Studios on April 16, 2021 at 12:58pm

I hear ya Doug. I'm not really sure if the final coat does anything but regardless... it looks good.

Comment by Doug Thorsvik on April 16, 2021 at 12:55pm

You are right on the wood for the neck Kale! It is a beautiful piece of walnut. The head looks pretty good too. You are going to have a great looking banjo when you’re done!

I use to wet sand in additional coats of Danish oil, but the finish never seemed to really dry. I just use one coat now and it has worked pretty well for me; takes less time too! I’m not into sanding and finishing, but I do like the ease and looks of Danish Oil.