VirgilJ
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I want to finish some pens in lacquer as a replacement for CA. It seems I've developed a sever sensitivity to CA and must find a replacement finish for my high grade pens.
I've ordered some Pens Plus and the walnut oil and wax from Doctor's. I want to compare that to a lacquer finish, but the only laquer I have on hand is Deft. I did finish one test blank with the Deft and it came out beautiful. I'm just not sure of the durability.
Behlens stringed instrument lacquer has been recommended to me several times, but that was by guitar makers. Behlens also makes another lacquer called Qualalac that is supposed to be very hard and durable according to their advertisements, but no one seems to know much about it.
I'd really appreciate it if those of you that use lacquer could tell me which of the two Behlens products is best for pen turning or recommend some other lacquer you use and like.
Thanks in advance!!!
I've ordered some Pens Plus and the walnut oil and wax from Doctor's. I want to compare that to a lacquer finish, but the only laquer I have on hand is Deft. I did finish one test blank with the Deft and it came out beautiful. I'm just not sure of the durability.
Behlens stringed instrument lacquer has been recommended to me several times, but that was by guitar makers. Behlens also makes another lacquer called Qualalac that is supposed to be very hard and durable according to their advertisements, but no one seems to know much about it.
I'd really appreciate it if those of you that use lacquer could tell me which of the two Behlens products is best for pen turning or recommend some other lacquer you use and like.
Thanks in advance!!!
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