DLStryker Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 I have 1990 Heresys. Model H WO. I assume that is Walnut. Is that correct? What should I treat the wood of the cabinets with? I just picked these up from the original owner a month ago. The gentleman I purchased them of from was 2 years old when his mother purchased these speakers on the base in Greece. She gave them to him when he was 16. I'm guessing they have never been oiled, etc. The wood is in great shape though as far as not a single water satin anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzzzer Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 I used Tung oil with awesome results on my oiled oak forte IIs. Some recommend Watco rejuvenating oil. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 TRADE SECRET e wipe on , get the Dark coloured bottle - sold on Amazon , 2 applications will restore the finish as new Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 29, 2023 Author Share Posted October 29, 2023 4 hours ago, OO1 said: TRADE SECRET e wipe on , get the Dark coloured bottle - sold on Amazon , 2 applications will restore the finish as new Are you talking about this: Amazon.com: Trade Secret Scratch Remover for Wood Furniture and Floor Cover Nicks and Scratches, Camouflage Minor Defects (8oz / 236 Ml)… (Dark) : Health & Household Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 29, 2023 Author Share Posted October 29, 2023 5 hours ago, wuzzzer said: I used Tung oil with awesome results on my oiled oak forte IIs. Some recommend Watco rejuvenating oil. The Tung oil sound like a good option for Walnut. It says it is a clear oil that will not darken. I do not believe I would want anything that would darken the Walnut. I see there is a Tung Oil-Finish. Is that what you are recommending? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted October 29, 2023 Share Posted October 29, 2023 2 hours ago, DLStryker said: Are you talking about this: Amazon.com: Trade Secret Scratch Remover for Wood Furniture and Floor Cover Nicks and Scratches, Camouflage Minor Defects (8oz / 236 Ml)… (Dark) : Health & Household yes , ......1st picture shows dry veneer ....2 nd picture with Trade Secret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P. Posted October 29, 2023 Share Posted October 29, 2023 Whatever you do, show us Before and After photos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 29, 2023 Author Share Posted October 29, 2023 1 hour ago, OO1 said: yes , ......1st picture shows dry veneer ....2 nd picture with Trade Secret Wow! That's a dramatic improvement!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 29, 2023 Author Share Posted October 29, 2023 1 hour ago, OO1 said: yes , ......1st picture shows dry veneer ....2 nd picture with Trade Secret Will one 8oz bottle treat the two cabinets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted October 29, 2023 Share Posted October 29, 2023 4 hours ago, DLStryker said: Will one 8oz bottle treat the two cabinets? one 8 oz i bottle can treat a few pairs of cabinets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted October 29, 2023 Share Posted October 29, 2023 5 hours ago, DLStryker said: Wow! That's a dramatic improvement!! not bad for 1 application Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 29, 2023 Author Share Posted October 29, 2023 10 hours ago, OO1 said: one 8 oz i bottle can treat a few pairs of cabinets I just ordered off of Amazon. When I have these torn apart to do the HIII upgrade, I will treat the cabinets. I am going to do one cabinet (HIII upgrade and wood treatment) at a time. I will be able to show side-by-side comparison. I am also going to be able to compare a HII to HIII side-by-side!!! I know it will not be an exact comparison. As the HII drivers and xovers will take some time to burn in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the real Duke Spinner Posted October 30, 2023 Share Posted October 30, 2023 I use Boiled Linseed Oil Or Watco Danish Finish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 30, 2023 Author Share Posted October 30, 2023 12 hours ago, the real Duke Spinner said: I use Boiled Linseed Oil Or Watco Danish Finish Is the Watco Danish Finish added at the end of the treatment to provide a "shine"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted October 30, 2023 Share Posted October 30, 2023 Watco rejuvenating oil is the "go to" oil for speaker finishing. With anything else, try it on a small area first. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnort Posted October 30, 2023 Share Posted October 30, 2023 Paul Klipsch recommended linseed oil for my walnut Khorns. Nowadays I usually just use lemon oil furniture oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 30, 2023 Author Share Posted October 30, 2023 I have a set of "rough around the edges" KG4's. I'm going to try Trade Secret that 001 recommended on one and then Watco Rejuvenating on the other. This pics that 001 posted above of the Trade Secret application look great in my opinion. I will report back with side by side pics of the Watco vs. Tade Secret. I will apply the best resulting oil to my prized Heresy's! My Heresy II's are going through a H III upgrade as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 30, 2023 Author Share Posted October 30, 2023 Delete double post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcn3 Posted October 30, 2023 Share Posted October 30, 2023 1 hour ago, DLStryker said: I have a set of "rough around the edges" KG4's. I'm going to try Trade Secret that 001 recommended on one and then Watco Rejuvenating on the other. This pics that 001 posted above of the Trade Secret application look great in my opinion. I will report back with side by side pics of the Watco vs. Tade Secret. I will apply the best resulting oil to my prized Heresy's! My Heresy II's are going through a H III upgrade as well. I've used Watco Tung Oil on Heresys, Chorus, and Cornwalls -- always with outstanding results. Use some 0000 steel wool over the entire cabinet and then clean off. Put on two coats of the Tung Oil. Tung Oil is clear and after two coats will look a bit glossy. If you don't like that, you can get them back to satin with a light rubbing with the steel wool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLStryker Posted October 30, 2023 Author Share Posted October 30, 2023 Wow!! Amazon is quick. Just waiting on the Watco Rejuvenating oil now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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