: I've been making a GP as a Christmas present. I usually varnish my
: wooden touring paddles, but was considering oiling this one. I
: have a can of Circa 1850 Tung and Teak oil, which I use for
: other projects. Has anyone tried this product on a paddle?

: John

Hi John,
Be careful about teak oil, some people get a reaction to it. It can cause an allergic reaction that looks like dermatitis/ecxema.
Pure tung is fine.
I prefer raw linseed, though. It gives a nice 'tackiness' without stickiness when the paddle is wet.

Mike Savage
South West Cork