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I decided I wanted to play again after a 6 year break. So, here is my new bass. I picked up this SRA500 for $350 and I love it!

The Tung Oil I am looking at is PURE. Not mixed with anything. It's actually what we apply to our piano once a year because it is an unfinished piece. I was told by the woodworking shop that it would not be wise for me to use linseed oil because of how dangerous it was. I live in northern WI...

Thanks for the information. As far as the linseed oil goes, I'm a mom of 2 very young girls and I do not use those types of products. My Step-Father is a piano technician and restores/repairs pianos and they won't use highly flammable products either. Just our over protectiveness I guess...

I've also read a lot that lemon oil will dry out a rosewood fretboard. That's kind of why I was staying away from it.

Linseed oil is HIGHLY flammable.

Linseed oil isn't an option for me. i have 2 little girls and am not willing to work with it in the house. I was not aware that pure Tung oil was a finish though........ Also wanted to add that I'm not trying to finish the wood, just maintain it.

I'm looking for a good quality oil to use for general maintenance on my rosewood fretboard. So I'd like to use a pure oil to ensure it has no synthetic ingredients or waxes. Is 100% pure Tung oil ok to use? Any advice or tips would be much appreciated. I've been out of the bass scene for a...