... and an oil/wax finish is near last place for a lasting, high-use
finish.

What would be last place? Rubbed on forehead grease?


Tung oil. MY *tung* ... oil. You know ... licking it.


Actually, I think the worst wearing common finish I've seen is just a plain
non-drying oil like mineral or vegetable. Of course, they have their uses
and I make lots of kitchenware and use these (well, never vegetable) alone
all the time. But I don't expect them to last and protect. Some do. Go
figure.



- Andrew