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I use Phil’s method applying 5 coats and it works for me. I wonder if you lathe is too fast and the melamine is drying too fast due to heat . I use 900 rpm and allows a short time between coats and buffing. Although I can’t see my finish I have some experienced pen Turners who check my finish just to make sure my finish is spot on and I get the thumbs up.

[QUOTE="Bill Mooney, post: 366919, member: 603"] I use Phil’s method applying 5 coats and it works for me. I wonder if you lathe is too fast and the melamine is drying too fast due to heat . I use 900 rpm and allows a short time between coats and buffing. Although I can’t see my finish I have some experienced pen Turners who check my finish just to make sure my finish is spot on and I get the thumbs up. [/QUOTE]

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