Glancy's Alchemy
Glancy’s No.1 Oil Finish
Glancy’s No.1 Oil Finish
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I received my first bottle of Glancy's #1 in early December 2025, and after seeing rave reviews, decided to use it on a couple of Christmas presents I was finishing up.
I was very impressed with the ease of application and excellent finish quality on both turned and flat work. I did not notice any coloration on the lighter woods like maple and was absolutely memorized by the sheen and clarity it brought out of cocobolo, bloodwood, walnut, and figured maple. After 2 cots spaced 8 hours apart and allowing a day to cure, I polished on some beeswax. I could not have asked for an easier or more lovely finish!
I think this finishing oil is especially good for highly figured woods with significant chatoyance. Even though I used it on two fairly large projects, I still have over half a bottle left. I've already ordered an additional one to make sure I will have it on hand for many projects in 2026. It has joined shellac as my favorite finishes for small woodworking projects.
A+ product
This stuff is so versatile, 2 coats and wax, or one coat and a film finish. I use it for every project.
Everything was as described and timely in delivery.
This penetrating oil really surprised me with its ease of use and how it really brought out the chatoyance of the wood. I would highly recommend it to any woodworker.
First time using #1 found by accident and like the concept . Very low viscosity it comes out of the bottle quickly so be prepared. Dries nicely and quick compared to poly or other oil base applications. I even applied other oil based on top and the thing looks good.