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michael.rolph
#1 Posted : 08 July 2019 14:00:13

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Can anyone recommend a stain to use on the bow platform and beak?
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#2 Posted : 12 August 2019 20:00:24

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Hi michael.rolph,
I've been trying to figure out the same thing recently. i have found that Colron Indian Rosewood dye is a close match. you need a about 2 to 3 coats but its very close.


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BigGrin Hi Mike you certainly can't get closer to that. I used a Citadel wash trouble is they don't make it any more Bored which is a bit of a pain Crying
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#4 Posted : 13 August 2019 07:02:13

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That is a good recommendation.

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