Greg - 7-30-2006 at 05:16 PM
Yup, yet another player is becoming a dabbler.
I have purchased a couple of unfinished model 3 Haluk ouds that were shipped to South-Australia. Haluk wanted to do the buyers a favor by giving them
better quality woods than what they had ordered. But they didn't want the upgrade, so the two ouds were begging for a new owner.
As they are unfinished, except for a filler coat, I intend to do the Tru-Oil thing.
I note that the best finish is obtained by rubbing between coats with fine steel wool. I would appreciate it if one of the experts could advise which
grade of steel wool I should use.
BTW, this will definitely be a one-off. Don't expect to see me buying a saw bench and breaking up old pieces of furniture for fine old woods. I don't
have the skill or inclination required for that sort of activity. 
I have taken on this project more as a favor to Haluk than for any other reason.
Once finished, these ouds will be up for sale if any of the Australian forum members are interested.
Regards,
Greg
Dr. Oud - 7-31-2006 at 07:30 AM
Welcome to the asylum, Greg. You'll want to get the finest steel wool, 0000 grade, and don't use a lot pressure, just let the wool cut the bumps down.
I wouldn't bother with a bench saw (whatever that is?) If you do want a power saw, a good bandsaw is what you'll use most.
some tru-oil liks:
chuck's
LMI articles
Jameel's
Greg - 7-31-2006 at 01:24 PM
Thanks Richard.
Much appreciated.
Regards,
Greg