I hate to dredge this conversation back up, but I've been doing quite a bit of reading the last few days from previous threads regarding clear coat options and it seems like everyone leans toward the mindset of "this is what I use and I'd never consider anything else". Not a dig by any means, but as someone who is wanting to get away from the CA glue and paper towel method of applying clear coat to a cue, I am having some difficulty deciding what direction to start heading.
I don't currently have the ability or space to set up a full auto-clear/2k spray booth, so unfortunately that option is pretty much off my table.
The product that I lean most towards is solarez. I've seen some back and forth regarding that product, but the photos and videos I've seen using the product seem to make a fantastic result.
I've also contemplated brite tone, but from what I gather, it isn't the most resilient and also can be damaged with alcohol, which makes it seem like a less-than-desirable option.
I've also read that there may be some secret sauce for using CA that provides more consistent results? I'd be interested in hearing those out as well. I'm currently using starbond medium, sometimes with accelerator and sometimes without. My results so far have been passable, but not exactly something I step back and say "wow" about.
I guess I'm mostly looking for a "you should try this, it's worth it" in any specific direction. UV seems to be super doable with less setup, but I'd like to make sure I'm not getting the cart ahead of the horse. (even better if anyone wants to take the time to provide a link or two with a "do this first, then this, then you're done")
Thanks everyone, I enjoy reading the discussions in the forums and I've learned a lot so far.
