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Old 05-10-2012, 03:19 PM
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Tru oil

I am wondering if any of you ever use Tru Oil on stabilized scales to prevent fading of the finish from useage, blood etc.? I have used it on non stabilized scales but have never used it on stabilized wood. Any opinions? Thanks for any response.


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Old 05-10-2012, 04:53 PM
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I think it all depends on the specific stabilizing agent(s) that are used on the wood..... I know it works well on stabilized woods from WSSI, and from another private stabilizer that I've used. To keep from sounding like I'm dogging anyone, I won't mention names, but there are several that I've tried it on and the finish came out "muddy" looking, which I believe was a reaction with the stabilizing agent(s) those individuals used. Just a light, single coat, then wipe it dry....kinda like a sealer.

I always use it on synthetic materials like micarta and G10..... as with woods, just a light coat, then wipe it "dry"....it keeps all the body oils and other stuff from staining the handles.


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Old 05-13-2012, 06:24 AM
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Anymore than the light coating that Ed is talking about and it will yellow with age. Keep it light.


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