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I have to admit to being a big fan on the Micromesh papers. Recently, I've been taking the finish all the way to 8000 grit. I know it's overkill but it makes the buff-out so much easier.
I have a big wheel on a lathe capable of throwing a guitar 30 feet but rarely use it any more.
I also do body work on cars and so I have a number of buffing polishers. I mount the guitar
securely in a vise and use the foam pads with 3M polish. The finish is the best I've ever been able to get with Nitro. There are a variety of foam pads for car finishes, you may have to experiment with them to find the one you like but it's a very predictable way to get a great polish. Even in tight spots there a pads that work. But with paper up to 8000,some of those
spots are fine after a hand application of polish glaze.
Just my experience. I also shoot with lacquer warmed to about 85 degrees, lays on very nicely and saves some sanding time.
Best
Bruce

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Bruce Herrmann
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I'm a fan of Micromesh as well. I level with 1500, then use 2400 to get the 1500 scratches out. After that, It's off to the wheel first buffing with medium menernza, then fine.

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Brad Tucker