Originally Posted by TC1
Most of the "oil" finishes you find today aren't true oil but oil/varnish mixes and don't need wax.


Sorry, but that is not correct. Oil finishes, almost universally, have a large component of wax in them. It makes them level out better and lubricates the application process.

Finishing oil is just oil, usually, and most contain driers.

eta: Waxes as a protection for all oil finished stocks is an outstanding idea with zero downside assuming no silicone is added.

Last edited by Sitka deer; 07/09/15. Reason: add last sentence

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