For those still building woodies and cresting, I'm interested in hearing your steps in order regarding crown dip, cresting, sealing, etc.
Years ago I had good success, but never did crowns then.
Something similar to:
(Do or do not taper both ends first?)
Apply stain of choice, hang dry
Dip using lacquer/polycrylic, hang dry
Dip crown, hang dry
Crest as needed, hang dry
Dip in lacquer/poly, hang dry
Dip one final coat in lacquer/poly, hang dry
I'm having minor trouble getting this in order to get the best and tighest crests and pinstripes.
Currently I like water based Polycrylic, and Testors enamel hobby paints for cresting.
And what is your crown process? I sprayed the last batch and got less than perfect results.
Thanks!