Has anyone used Thompson Waterseal on wood shafts? I can use the poly but was looking at this as an alternative- good or bad.
Nothing glues to it.
Even fletch tape?
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
I don't think it would seal the wood like poly or lacquer. Didn't hold up on my deck either.
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.
Wrap them first, then seal what's left!
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
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.
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
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.
Thompsons is mostly not water seal.
Why it sells is beyond me.
Bought a bunch of it years ago for a deck.
Sadly disappointed.
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.
Polyacrylic