: Hi Dan, I agree with Bill on both issues, +1 for
: "Captains" varnish I tried the "Epiphanies"
: and was not happy with application,The only down with
: "Captains" is it turns gold then amber with age(like
: me). Follow Nick's book and don't worry about the first 3 coats
: they are for practice so wet sand them almost off
: Enjoy your boat and have fun Best Nick R.

I have used Epifanes and the West Marine label provided by Epifanes on a cedar strip canoe and a SG CLC Light 17 and many other projects. I use the gloss and really like the results a lot. It's a lovely varnish that flows well. I don't have any stroke marks - the benefit of a forgiving self-leveling varnish. Also seems durable. I'm building a Guillemot now and that will be finished with Epifanes Clear Gloss as well.