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Hey! I had to BUY my copy!
Bill

And oil it.
Bill

Actually, Sam Polk sent them to Ragtime Red, who sold them to SMKW for Mr. Polk.
Bill

Hand sanding, using sanding blocks, up to 2000 grit will give you a fine finish. 600-800 grit + buffing may work fine, depending on how good you are at buffing. Try using WD 40 on the blade and wheel as you buff for a more consistent finish.
Bill

If the holes are straight it should snug up with no problem.
Bill

Sure. Canvas will not be real shiny. Linen polishes well. Paper polishes the best.
White linen picks up polishing compound, and is difficult to make look good.
Wax it when you are finished.
Bill

I have only used purpleheart once, so I'm not sure. I think I just waxed it, but the Arrow finish should work. Same with cocobolo, but I usually just wax it, too.
Bill

Get the grinder/buffer.
Bill

McMaster-Carr has it. I buy it from them often. If you can't find it on the web site, just call them. They are very helpful.
Bill

The chart is a good thing to have!
Try http://www.mcmaster.com
Bill

It would be much simpler to buy a 10" 1750 RPM bench grinder from Harbor Freight for $115, some 8" buffing wheels, and compounds. You can polish with the pneumatic setup, but your results won't be as good. Most things are done a certain way because many people with experience decided that was the be...

Better cover that wicker table with a garbage bag. You'll never get all the dust off of it if you don't!
Bill

Tight.

It's easier to use it after.
Bill

Yes, I sand it in with fresh 400 or 600 grit wet/dry sandpaper. Do this until the grain is filled. Then, 2-3 coats without sanding. It does take quite some time to dry.
Finish with paste wax.
Bill