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Concur: Rule of thumb, one coat of paint lasts three years, three coats of varnish lasts one year..if you're lucky. 
In Response To: Another point, and why I paint my oars white. Ever lose one over board? At night? Ever try ()
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- what type of finish for wooden boathook?
- I'd go with 1.b
- Bear in mind that Ash, when exposed to moisture, will turn black
- I do #3. # 2 would be good too, especially for a boat hook.
- Another point, and why I paint my oars white. Ever lose one over board? At night? Ever try
- Concur: Rule of thumb, one coat of paint lasts three years, three coats of varnish lasts one year..if you're lucky.
- Concur: Rule of thumb, one coat of paint lasts three years, three coats of varnish lasts one year..if you're lucky.
- No finish at all is best for a good grip.
- I would varnish it..
- I covered the section where you grab
- I would suggest the you use two coats of clear epoxy then varnish on top
- Thanks Everyone. Nice to see such a "consensus"??