Hi,
It came out about a year ago. Actually the bottle labels look the same but contain the new formula. Merrick has had the new product in stock for quite awhile. Many builders that use Aftcote are using the new formula and may not know it.
It took me so try to use it due to all the original set ups I had to use up. Aftcote did offer to replace my stock with new but I hate to waste anything. Old habits die hard.
For those not familiar with Aftcote Finish this is why I use it. The pot life is long, I can do 3 rods with one mix. Using my electric mixer the problem with bubbles is non existent. The finish cures faster than the old formula. The cracking at the ends of the guide feet has not been a problem as the cured finish stays flexible and does not cure rock hard, no flexibility. I build on white blanks and Aftcote has not yellowed after being exposed to sunlight.
Neil
It came out about a year ago. Actually the bottle labels look the same but contain the new formula. Merrick has had the new product in stock for quite awhile. Many builders that use Aftcote are using the new formula and may not know it.
It took me so try to use it due to all the original set ups I had to use up. Aftcote did offer to replace my stock with new but I hate to waste anything. Old habits die hard.
For those not familiar with Aftcote Finish this is why I use it. The pot life is long, I can do 3 rods with one mix. Using my electric mixer the problem with bubbles is non existent. The finish cures faster than the old formula. The cracking at the ends of the guide feet has not been a problem as the cured finish stays flexible and does not cure rock hard, no flexibility. I build on white blanks and Aftcote has not yellowed after being exposed to sunlight.
Neil
