William asked: "For those of you who make your own tool handles, I'm curious what you like to use as a finish. Lacquer, Varnish, Shellac, Oil and Wax????? What and why would be appreciated. Thanks," William, I prefer Tung Oil. It leaves a "soft" feel to the tool handle. And, it is easy to rejuvinate the finish if it gets icky. Also, glue won't stick to it. Lacquer, on the other hand, chips and starts looking icky, with normal use. Also it's slippery. Same with Shellac, except the moisture of your hands makes it sticky and icky. the only down side to tung oil is the smell, which goes away fairly quickly, but smells , (and tastes icky<G>). Joe Garrett, R.P.T. (Oregon) Captain, Tool Police Squares R I -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: https://www.moypiano.com/ptg/pianotech.php/attachments/20060326/d746a9ac/attachment.html
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