Boy have I cashed in some brownie points this weekend! I really must get a random orbital sander
Sanding by hand. 120 grit all over to remove the first oil coat, with special attention around the edge to get rid of ALL the scratches. Then 240 grit all over, followed by 400 grit all over.
Not really much to see photo wise, but one of the most satisfying to me. When it's all properly smooth
Then I managed to get a coat of oil on, including the neck this time. This time you will get a photo. The neck, while wet with oil, was like staring into a tiger's eye gem stone
I did the body too, but the light was going by that time