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Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: Wheels2 on April 02, 2014, 04:26:00 PM
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Has anyone used Thompson Waterseal on wood shafts? I can use the poly but was looking at this as an alternative- good or bad.
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Nothing glues to it.
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Even fletch tape?
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Can't speak to it on arrows but I used it on my deck last fall.
I couldn't decide on a finish but needed to use something to seal the deck for the winter. The clerk told me to use the Thompson's as it would wear off by spring and I could seal the deck with a better sealant once the weather improved.
In talking with others, it has a reputation for not holding up very well to the elements. My deck is an example. It looks like I never sealed it at all.
John
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I don't think it would seal the wood like poly or lacquer. Didn't hold up on my deck either.
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Hopefully I am not leaving them out in the weather all of the time... That means I have lost them stump shooting, and I hope that is not the case.
I have some crest wraps and was looking at Thompson as a quick waterproofing. Just not sure if the wraps will adhere to the shaft treated with Thompson's.
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Wrap them first, then seal what's left!
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It's not that expensive so I say try it out. Then be sure to report back to us your findings.
I was looking at different finishes for arrows and experienced with a lot of stuff . Never tried that though.
I've settled on 50/50 mix of fast dry poly/mineral spirits after a tip from a fellow ganger. I can recoat in an hour so I can get a good. 4-5 coats on in a day and it's beautiful and rock solid
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I've used Thompson Water Seal for painting boats, but as mentioned, little sticks to it after you've applied it. I've found that if applied right it's a very tough, long lasting products.
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I use Watco danish oil. Wipe it on with a rag, let it set for 5 minutes, wipe the extra off and let it dry over night. I use cap wraps over that and fletch tape onto the cap wraps. No issues here. Pretty cheap too.
Chuckc
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I've been using wipe-on poly, it's basically idiot proof, and gives a nice hard finish .... once it cures that is .... plan on 30days for full cure ....
I'm never really in a rush because I usually make way more arrows and bows than I can possibly use so I don't mind the wait.
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Thompsons is mostly not water seal.
Why it sells is beyond me.
Bought a bunch of it years ago for a deck.
Sadly disappointed.
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I would not use it. Not a permanent sealer. If looking for something easier than lacquer or epoxy try Poly Acrylic. Water based, works great, easy to dip or brush on, proven to work. Made by MinWax I think and available and Lowes or HD. I think you will be happy with Poly Acrylic sealer.
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Polyacrylic