Hammer hardeners: a poll

[Susan Kline]

I like shellac, made from ultrablonde flakes. If mixed with 190 proof 
alcohol, it dries very fast, and I like the tone better than keytop in 
acetone. Less harsh and brittle. I use very little, near the strike area. 
I've never used it to build up hammers from scratch.

Anyone else?

Susan

 > I would like to know what people's favorite hammer hardeners are.  I 
know that a lacquer based solution requires some time for the results to 
show whereas the acetone/keytop mixture works real quick.

>Any comments?
>
>-Matt