CGT inspired shifter knob

[jaykay]

Thanks for the input....I hope I don't need a slow turning lathe to do this as I am not a wood turner...

All the Urethane is flaking off. I was thinking of going uncoated as the stain finish is pretty good....is this advisable?

A lot of the surface shown in the pictures is raw

[LesMurray]

Originally Posted by jaykay

Thanks for the input....I hope I don't need a slow turning lathe to do this as I am not a wood turner...

All the Urethane is flaking off. I was thinking of going uncoated as the stain finish is pretty good....is this advisable?

A lot of the surface shown in the pictures is raw

Have you thought about oiling the wood with a hand rubbed finish? I've done that with teak wood using teak oil on a boat I used to own. I also have treated a wooden counter top the same way using food-grade mineral oil.

Basic techique is to apply a thin coat of oil and then sand the wood until the oil and sawdust become a paste and work into the grain. Once you've got this paste worked in, use a clean rag to buff the excess oil off and it takes on a smooth matte finish.

[jaykay]

Originally Posted by LesMurray

Have you thought about oiling the wood with a hand rubbed finish? I've done that with teak wood using teak oil on a boat I used to own. I also have treated a wooden counter top the same way using food-grade mineral oil.

Basic techique is to apply a thin coat of oil and then sand the wood until the oil and sawdust become a paste and work into the grain. Once you've got this paste worked in, use a clean rag to buff the excess oil off and it takes on a smooth matte finish.

Thanks I will consider this process. I am almost thinking my sweaty paw will naturally finish the wood