Anyone used Scotchbrite pads??

[Ryan D]

Anyone used Scotchbrite pads for arrow finishing between coats of paint.  I know 0000 steel wool is preferred but would these scotchbrite pads work?      

[Paul Mattson]

I always use the scotch pads.  They last longer than steel wool.  They also come in various grits.

[Grey Taylor]

I use them with gasket lacquer on every arrow I make.  I hit the shaft with 4/0 equivalent pad between either the 2nd and 3rd coats or 3rd and 4th coats.  They knock down any remnant roughness and let my final coat have a glass smooth finish.  They also work great to dull the shine if more of a matte finish is desired for hunting arrows.

Guy

[sagebrush]

I don't use anything between coats. I use Bohning products and just put them on top of the last one.I have been building arrows for 30 years and never had a problem. I might use one to take the shine off but that's it. Gary

[Grey Taylor]

Lots of ways to make chili.  I'm glad you like yours.  I'm perfectly happy with the way I make mine.

Guy

[Ryan D]

Thanks for the help guys!

[d. ward]

Hey Ryan yes,I buy them in bulk at wally world..another thought is the scotchbrite pad does not leave those gray colored marks behind like steelwool does.Steelwool will also leave a gray-ish colored dust on your new finish...bowdoc

[arraflipper]

They work great to sand between coats of finish and flex to get into tight spots.  It seems once you use them you keep finding another use for them.

Jim