Rosewood with Teak oil finish and carnauba wax.
machines screw pins.
Basswood spacers
Wapi Blade
Lessons learned..
* Drill the holes prior to sanding and finishing while the 2 scales are still taped together.
* Drill into a piece of wood to avoid chip out.
* Cut and size the spacer prior to finishing.
Rosewood is a beautiful wood but harder than walnut so it will chip out a little if you don't drill into something else.
It also has a a coarse surface texture that needs to be carefully cleaned up.
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I get a little closer to a good finish with each try.
- Bob