Wood refinishing final passes

[fred1diver]

Hey everyone
I am currently working on a cockpit table for my Pearson 30, I did a nice sanding with 220 grit and added 2 more coats.
Just wondering how you do the final sanding to keep it looking glassy?
I was thinking bronze wool, is that overkill or just let it dry and enjoy?

 

[kappykaplan]

Using bronze wool will result in a satin, not glossy, finish.

 

[shemandr]

While I was staying in Mystic CT, there was a women varnishing a gleaming yacht and a brain picker following her. He asked how she would do the final coat. She snapped "There is never a final coat!"

 

[jssailem]

To have a glossy final coat fine sand 220 or 300 grit. Wipe the surface to remove all dust and imperfections (bug carcasses). Then lay a thin film of gloss varnish on the surface. Let dry and inspect.

 

[jssailem]

Just completed 8 coats of satin varnish on an engine panel.

It is mostly ok.