Finishing the box - part 2

Here is guitar #3 about half way through the finish application. I am using a product called Tru-Oil made by Birchwood Casey. It is a linseed oil based varnish made for gun stocks. I decided to apply it to both the top and back/sides after seeing some photos of the results some other luthiers have achieved.

I am rubbing it on using a rag, putting very thin coats on about twice a day. After about 6 coats I wet sanded using 800 grit paper and mineral spirits to level the finish. The photos here show the results after applying another six coats after leveling.

I am really pleased with the results so far. There is a small learning-curve with the Tru-Oil, but overall it has been the easiest finish to apply.