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applying finish to feather inlays
Posted by:
Jim Catrona
(---.pitt.east.verizon.net)
Date: March 23, 2005 06:21PM
I am ready to apply the finish over the feather inlays. I will be using dura gloss ls supreme. Are there any tricks of this trade that I should be aware of. Don't want to goof it up now, looks pretty good for my first one. I want to also thank the individuals who replied to different posts on this subject---couldn't have done any of this without your unselfish knowledge. Re: applying finish to feather inlays
Posted by:
Anonymous User
(---.amtrak-west.com)
Date: March 23, 2005 06:44PM
Jim:
There are no tricks. However, I suggest that you plan for two or three applications of finish. I coverint the layers of feathers, there will be "hills and valleys". To level them all out, plan for multiple light coats. Doug Weber Weber Rod Works Re: applying finish to feather inlays
Posted by:
Jim Catrona
(---.pitt.east.verizon.net)
Date: March 23, 2005 07:07PM
Thanks Doug, not sure I understand. Am I to apply finish over the feathers first or around the feathers first. I do know that it will take multple coats of finish to complete the job. Re: applying finish to feather inlays
Posted by:
Anonymous User
(Moderator)
Date: March 23, 2005 07:18PM
Coat the entire area, not just the features nor the area around the feathers.
If you're using the newer LS Supreme Hi-Build, you may well find you can do this with just one or perhaps two applications. ........... Re: applying finish to feather inlays
Posted by:
Jim Catrona
(---.pitt.east.verizon.net)
Date: March 23, 2005 07:32PM
Tom, thanks for the response. Also thanks for the tip on refinishing an old rod a while back. (This is the one I'm finally putting the finishing touches on.) Don't have the Hi-Build at this time, but will be getting some for future use Re: applying finish to feather inlays
Posted by:
Steve Cox
(---.client.mchsi.com)
Date: March 23, 2005 08:00PM
Jim A little technique I discovered by trial and error, that has worked well for me on inlays, is to almost drip the finish on rather than brush it on. I have secured my feathers on the rod with diluted flex coat CP. A few times when I brushed the finish on, I dislodged or slightly moved or separated some of the feathers. When I drip it on while the rod is turning, the finish runs smoothly and quickly smothers the inlay and then I can delicately spread it out evenly. Hope things turn out well. Steve
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