Rep1954 wrote:What about using Danish Oil? I have used it on smooth revolver grips that were waxed afterward and they seem to work out okay.
Danish is fine. You can even make it yourself. Approximately equal parts of some polymerized oil such as BLO, Walnut, Tung, etc., Polyurethane, and Mineral spirits. Mineral spirits is the thinner. It's important to get a quality gloss poly if you do this and use enough mineral spirits to thin it sufficiently to wipe on in very thin coats. It will take 5-7 thin coats (light sanding with 320 grit between coats after each coat is cured, and wiping off all sanding debris with a tack cloth between coats), but you'll get a much better finish than using a thick mix.
I'd suggest experimenting with small quantities of the mixture to get what you want. If you buy the ready made Danish at Lowes, HD, etc. thin it with mineral spirits, since it's usually too thick to use right out of the can. Pour a little into a separate container when using and don't leave the top off the can. Oxygen will cause it to start to cure, and then you might as well throw it out. I usually throw a few marbles in the can to displace any air after I pour out what I'll need for the moment, and put the lid back on immediately.
Same goes for any other finish. Air is your enemy if you want to keep it fresh.