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Originally Posted by markids77
When I get a new hard maple pool cue shaft I treat it to a sanding starting with 400 grit and progressing grit by grit to 1500. Final finish is provided by rubbing the oils from my fingers into the surface for a couple days then buffing with a piece of table felt. Maintenance includes a finger massage followed by either a clean cotton tee shirt rub or if it feels odd a vigorous buff with felt. Even sweaty mitts slide well after this treatment!
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I’ve heard of similar finishing techniques on necks. I’m going to use some of the tinted clear to age it, then shoot clear on the fretboard and headstock. I’ll likely sand the back of the neck to a satin finish. My current strat has no finish on the back of the neck. My LP is just worn off on the back of the neck.
My hand sticks to slick lacquered necks from sweating. I’ve learned to rough it up a little with 400 grit. Works for me.