Hey Tvayumat,
Nice work on the build, just curious, I've been going at the riser for about 1 hour now with 60, 150 & 240 grit sandpaper and I'm left with this:
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There is still traces of the Red Lacquer / Paint on the bow and no matter what I use, hand or electric, I can't get it off. Any thoughts?
If you're going to use the Minwax stain:
1.) Do your woodburning FIRST. Minwax is oil based and I'm not *sure* but I think a hot iron would probably burn more than you want it to on oil-soaked wood.
2.) Consider a lighter color than I used. "Natural" seems like a good option.
detailed pic of the "inscription" that's on the bow's handle?