Whiskering
when I made some selfbows, I started sanding with 120
then went up by the minimum I could find.
at 400, I whiskered about 6 times until I could detect NO fiber with my fingertips. (you can tell)
then I continued up to 2400 grit
the wood looked like it had a clear coat on it as it was so smooth
it felt like it was dusted with talc as you swiped your fingers along it.
but I assure you, it was dust free.
and NEVER use steel wool... it can leave metal fibers embedded in the wood that will rust under the oil finish.
if you do use steel wool, but very careful, and perhaps wipe a STRONG magnet
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