: I'm contemplating finishes on my 5th strip boat. This one has
: redwood, basswood, walnut, WRC and I want to keep the colors as
: natural as possible without the amber color of varnishes. Thus I
: am considering two urethane varnishes and wondered if anyone has
: had any experience with these or some other clear varnish.

: The two are:
: Z Spar Captain's Varnish Ultra Clear
: System Three WR-LPU Linear Polyurethane Topcoat

I used the Z Spar and it's great stuff. Just the slightest bit of yellow to it, but pretty much clear. However, I have switched to spraying automotive clearcoat 2-part polyurethane finish. Try Xotic "Sun Bloct Cleer". (They like to mispell all their words.

http://www.xoticcolours.com/products_final_cleer_topcoat.htm