Applying the goo...

And hot on the heels comes the next part.

With the prep done, I gave the neck a final rub down with 0000 gauge wire wool and wiped down with white spirit to make sure all of the dust/grease was removed.

I am using Tung Oil to refinish the neck. I haven't used it before but perceived wisdom on the internet suggests it should give a good smooth, satin finish which appeals to me. Also it means I don't have to spray it, as it is a "wipe on, wipe off" type finish. Oh and it's cheap - I think the tin cost me less than £5.

Again, researching on the net, it is recommended to use coffee filters to apply and rub  the excess off! The tin says to use a "lint free cloth". I never really know what that means and a box of filters was a couple of quid, so I'll give it a go.

The tin says to apply a couple of coats thinned 50/50 with white spirit; apply sparingly; leave for 30 minutes then wipe any excess off.

Here's the result after the first coat. The change of shade you can see on the headstock is where the neck has been scarfed together from 2 pieces (from new). 

And below is the area of the repair (see last post), which I think will blend in just fine with more coats on.

So now, the process is: leave 24 hrs; apply more tung oil; leave 30 minutes; wipe off excess; repeat. I think it will probably need 5 or 6 coats. Then I'll leave it for a few days to make sure it has fully dried.

I think we are onto making a new saddle next :-).