Thompson waterseal

[Wheels2]

Has anyone used Thompson Waterseal on wood shafts?  I can use the poly but was looking at this as an alternative- good or bad.

Nothing glues to it.

[Biathlonman]

Even fletch tape?

[jcp161]

Can't speak to it on arrows but I used it on my deck last fall.

I couldn't decide on a finish but needed to use something to seal the deck for the winter. The clerk told me to use the Thompson's as it would wear off by spring and I could seal the deck with a better sealant once the weather improved.

In talking with others, it has a reputation for not holding up very well to the elements. My deck is an example. It looks like I never sealed it at all.

John

[ron w]

I don't think it would seal the wood like poly or lacquer. Didn't hold up on my deck either.

[Wheels2]

Hopefully I am not leaving them out in the weather all of the time...  That means I have lost them stump shooting, and I hope that is not the case.
I have some crest wraps and was looking at Thompson as a quick waterproofing.  Just not sure if the wraps will adhere to the shaft treated with Thompson's.

[Dave Worden]

Wrap them first, then seal what's left!

[Brianlocal3]

It's not that expensive so I say try it out. Then be sure to report back to us your findings.
I was looking at different finishes for arrows and experienced with a lot of stuff .  Never tried that though.

I've settled on 50/50 mix of fast dry poly/mineral spirits after a tip from a fellow ganger. I can recoat in an hour so I can get a good. 4-5 coats on in a day and it's beautiful and rock solid

[KenH]

I've used Thompson Water Seal for painting boats, but as mentioned, little sticks to it after you've applied it.  I've found that if applied right it's a very tough, long lasting products.

[ChuckC]

I use Watco danish oil.  Wipe it on with a rag, let it set for 5 minutes, wipe the extra off and let it dry over night.   I use cap wraps over that and fletch tape onto the cap wraps.  No issues here. Pretty cheap too.

Chuckc

[LittleBen]

I've been using wipe-on poly, it's basically idiot proof, and gives a nice hard finish .... once it cures that is .... plan on 30days for full cure ....

I'm never really in a rush because I usually make way more arrows and bows than I can possibly use so I don't mind the wait.

[beaunaro]

Thompsons is mostly not water seal.

Why it sells is beyond me.

Bought a bunch of it years ago for a deck.

Sadly disappointed.

[Jack Hoyt 75]

I would not use it. Not a permanent sealer. If looking for something easier than lacquer or epoxy try Poly Acrylic.  Water based, works great, easy to dip or brush on, proven to work.  Made by MinWax I think and available and Lowes or HD. I think you will be happy with Poly Acrylic sealer.

[Wudstix]

Polyacrylic