Taking the glossy finish off of a neck.

[Joe Kyle]

Hey, i was wondering how to make my bass's neck like this (see attatched picture). I really like the feel of my unfinished Stingray neck, and would like to have it on my fender as well, the only problem being that it is a rosewood fretboard, if that matters.

I know steel-wool/ Scotch bright pads, but what should i do to make sure that dirt/debris wont stain it, or that the skunk stripe wont get mangled?

Thanks,

Kyle

[RMay]

A clear sealer inhibits the stains from going into the grain. Followed by steel wool.

[Joe Kyle]

Originally Posted by RMay

A clear sealer inhibits the stains from going into the grain. Followed by steel wool.

Please elaborate, id like to know all the steps for this, start to finish.

I can only seem to find bits and pieces, like how to get down to bare wood, or how to get some sort of satin finish.

I want to know how to get it to feel like the unfinished EBMM necks, much like my beloved stingray.

[Trevorus]

The way I would do it would be to take the finish off of the back of the neck, and mask everything else. Then use an oil rubbed finish.

[RMay]

Weezer, I apologize as it is late and my patience had shortened.

It is simple. First, remove the neck ~note if there are any shims in the neck pocket and where they are placed. Second, wash your hands and keep'em clean. Mask off the areas where you want to retain the original gloss finish prior to sanding. Once you have the neck down to bare wood and ready, apply Birchwood-Casey Tru Oil with a cloth, leave on only 5 seconds, it makes a mess as it will dry thick, then wipe it off with paper towels. Do not treat the rosewood board with this product. Then apply Birchwood-Casey Gunstock Wax and wipe dry. Buff out with a cotton towel. 99% positive this is how EBMM necks are done. You can finish with steel wool if so desired. Done.

EDIT: ^details included.

The products can be found at most gun and sporting goods stores.

[Joe Kyle]

Originally Posted by RMay

Weezer, I apologize as it is late and my patience had shortened.

It is simple. First, remove the neck ~note if there are any shims in the neck pocket and where they are placed. Second, wash your hands and keep'em clean. Mask off the areas where you want to retain the original gloss finish prior to sanding. Once you have the neck down to bare wood and ready, apply Birchwood-Casey Tru Oil with a cloth, leave on only 5 seconds, it makes a mess as it will dry thick, then wipe it off with paper towels. Do not treat the rosewood board with this product. Then apply Birchwood-Casey Gunstock Wax and wipe dry. Buff out with a cotton towel. 99% positive this is how EBMM necks are done. You can finish with steel wool if so desired. Done.

EDIT: ^details included.

The products can be found at most gun and sporting goods stores.

Thanks a lot!

Ill give it a try when i have some time.