: 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

I purchased a Walnut GP from Shaw & Teeney and Sam burnished the paddle with pure LINSEED OIL. It came out beautiful, showed fiddleback, with black streaks a little sap wood and non-tacky surface.
The paddle looked like a well used patina finish was rubbed on from years of use with no dings. It looks so beautiful I decided not to get it wet. My grandson may have other ideas though.
Hope this helps. Give Sam a call for his procedure,he will welcome your call 1-207-866-4867

Douglas