What is the best way to apply rod finish to a wood grip?

tru-oil would be better on wood Thread finish will yellow
Try this
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Bill - willierods.com



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/24/2015 01:33PM by bill boettcher.

Perma Gloss works great on wood. Apply multiple thin coats until you get the desired effect..

That's not answering Harry's question...

OK
What finish Depending on how they react - brush - wipe on - spray

Bill - willierods.com

I've had to cover wood grips with epoxy once and awhile.

The best method for me is to mix the epoxy by hand for two minutes( I use Threadmaster, your mixing time with another epoxy may vary)
apply it to the handle while it's spinning on the lathe, maybe 200 to 300 RPM,
once completely covered stop the lathe,
using your brush move the epoxy horizontally left to right while slowly hand rotating the lathe,
move the piece to your dryer and spin until the epoxy is set.

This is the same technique used to cover decorative wraps as it eliminates sagging epoxy and provides for an even finish. Be advised that the wood may soak up some of the finish and you'll have dry spots. No problem. After the epoxy sets go ahead and and a second thin coat just like the first. I don't recall ever having to go more than two coats.

Keep in mind that there are better finish options as noted by Randolf and Bill but if it's epoxy you want then that's my method.

Thanks,
Chad Huderle

Huderle Custom Rods
Prior Lake, MN

OK John, apply multiple thin coats of whatever finish, either oil or Perma gloss with a quality brush while the wood is turning. Brush on as the wood turns, and then brush in the direction of the grain. Not allowing for any excess to build up and create sags, then keep the wood turning at a slow speed until tack free. Hope that is better.

Use the search I gave you There are a lot of finishes - Are you coating Wood ?
200 is a lot If you do it that fast when you slow it down -- check for sages !!!
I would go 50 - 60 rpm we are talking thin coats

Tom K has a vidio on coating with Permagloss Very good using a sponge brush

Bill - willierods.com



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/24/2015 06:30PM by bill boettcher.

When I use thread epoxy for wood handles, I apply the finish in exactly the same way as when I do rods.

I apply finish at 10-50 rpm. Insure that it is smooth with no bubbles and let dry overnight turning at 6 rpm.

Then, I use 600 sand paper to sand down the finish which will invariably raise the grain of the wood a bit.

Apply a 2nd coat of finish in the same way and let dry.

Go use the grip.

I use my power wrapper to apply finish and if more than one handle, use my drum dryer to dry the finish.

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Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/25/2015 10:40AM by roger wilson.

Thanks Roger. Always appreciate your input. And a Thank you to all who posted.