Alright, so this is my 2nd guitar and I'm trying to figure out the whole finishing thing. I don't know much about painting so simple or explained answers would be helpful. I've got the stain and paint how I want it, now I want to make it shine and be glossy. Because I used paint it's slightly rough right now. I figure I need to sand it down before applying anything else. I just don't know what I should use that won't take off the paint. I've got up to a 220 grit orbital hand sander, but I figure I'll need like a 320 grit or 400 grit sandpaper and do it lightly by hand. my question is, am I on the right track and if I am what should I do next towards getting that shining finish.
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