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Old 02-08-2010, 12:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Ken Smith View Post
French Polish is usually a technique used to smooth out a finish or the varnish, not the actual finish. You can finish wood with just French polish but it wont give you as much protection as Varnish will. By the way, who told you this?

Buy a few finishing books. It will be cheaper than doing things over several times. Your bass will thank you later. Study first, Finish later!
A local luthier claimed that he 'tested' the finish and that it was french polished !!

Anyway I'll definitely study first before touching the bass with a brush /I'm in no hurry .
Out of interest what finish would you use if you had the choice ?
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