Why use Polyurethane and not a “period” finish?
Even though there are many readily available “period” finishes such as tung oil, linseed oil, beeswax, etc., at Hickory Arms we choose to use polyurethane because it provides a durable finish that is easy to maintain. Fresh coats of polyurethane can be applied over old coats without sanding to the bare wood. Polyurethane dries without feeling sticky like beeswax or tacky like tung oil. It resists dirt and water better than any of the other finishes and can be readily obtained by our customers.
