finish question fro a newbie

TeddyBob4249

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I am finishing a handle of Desert Iron Wood. i have read that I can finish it with white polishing compound, but I am not sure what type or where to get it. I looked at some stuff on Ebay but it says for metal. Any help is appreciated.
I realize there are some spots on this not quite right but it is only my 3rd or 4th handle.


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Teddy, where ever you read that, I think they were referring to using the compound with a buffer. it looks like your tang and bolsters are satin finished and if you use a buffer your more than likely going to get some shiney spots on your tang and bolsters. it can be done by masking off the bolsters a and being carefull along the tang, but honestly, if you have a 600 grit or finer finish now, all you really need to use is a good wood wax and it will look great.
 
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