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   _mj_ | May 21, 2022 01:25pm | #1

   Spray laquer would be my choice.

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   elmaduro | May 21, 2022 01:30pm | #2

   I'd consider Sam Maloof's Poly/Oil or an Osmo Interior finish.

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   bilyo | May 21, 2022 02:38pm | #3

   I suggest that you post your question on a forum that deals in automotive painting. Maybe one of the auto clear coat products will work.

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   Jkatzowitz | May 21, 2022 03:30pm | #4

   If the Packard is a convertible it could impact your choice of finish because of rain as well as increased UV exposure.

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   joeinca | May 21, 2022 11:28pm | #5

   Another vote for Osmo…I’ve used matte Polyx Oil on a couple projects that are subject to heavy use and am very pleased with the result.

   More importantly, I would really enjoy seeing pictures of the steering wheel and the car!

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   joeleonetti | May 24, 2022 07:36pm | #6

   If you belong to any auto clubs, I'd reach out to them and see if you can find out what was the traditional finished they used back then. Someone will know. I'd be inclined to go in that direction.

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   rob_ss | May 25, 2022 04:54am | #7

   No idea.
   Just make sure you test a piece for feel as well as look before you plump for the finish. You don't want the wheel to feel 'sticky'. You also need to bear in mind that temperatures can get pretty high in cars so perhaps heating the test piece to 40-50c in the oven might be wise too.
   I'd probably plump for tung oil myself but like I said, no idea or experience. Caveat Lector!

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   user-7627473 | May 25, 2022 07:13am | #8

   Spray Lacquer

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   StanRH | May 25, 2022 07:55am | #9

   well, I think I'm going for the tung oil, (3 coats) and then minwax wipe on poly (about 4-5 coats). We'll see what happens!!

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    Keneth0023 | May 31, 2022 05:32am | #10

    Hi guys! Sorry that writing here, but I need your advice.
    Has anyone tried to pre-coat the workpiece with a coating and then cut it?

    Specifically: we ordered plates made of medium-density fiberboard with printed letters. I.e. I want to apply some substance, then cut, after that paint the letters and remove the substance. Finally I completely over the product with a colourless varnish. Manually coloring letters is long and tedious. I tried self-adhesive film - it turns out badly, the machine tears it up.

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    Keneth0023 | May 31, 2022 05:33am | #11

    Spray laquer