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Yo, Wud, and Padma,
Remember, boys, I didn't say 40 coats was the only way to go. Someone else mentioned 40 coats. I only pointed out that a built up surface that thick could be a candidate for a real high gloss rub out.

...and it would be....

Wud, I think your guitar is looking pretty nice, as I have already said.

Look, man, you don't have to build it to anyone's standards but your own. You will be your own worst critic. So...if you dig the way it looks after six or eight coats, then go with that, by all means!

I was just pointing out a cool option that would give a visual effect comparable to your wildest high gloss dreams.....IF you had the patience to go that far.

If your sensibilities are a little more expedient, then go with what you've got. Nothin' wrong with what you've got, as long as it pleases you!

Best regards to all reading,
Pat