Some good points Simon. Thanks for your response.
I have no intention of leaving it as it is. I am still going to do another 2 applications. By that I mean a light sand, one spray application, wait 20mins and then a second spray and wait a few days and repeat that again. Before the final polishing and buffing I'll wait a week or two. In actual fact then, I'll have a total of 1-2 rub-on coats and 6 spray coats. Don't forget I have quite a few DT intensifying coats on this thing as well. It's not a race, but it's nicer it it takes less time and goes on easier yes???
I can tell you now, the spray goes on much thicker and more even than wiping will ever do in one single application. It makes perfect sense as the liquid has to be wiped to get an even finish. Also, the aerosol can probably has 2 x guitars worth in it. It's thicker and contains more material than you may think. My estimate is that you would have to do 3-4 rub on coats to get the same as one spray coat. but that's a guess from experience so far. (Early days.) Oh and did I mention that it dries much faster than the oil?
Anyway, these are my thoughts so far. This is my first guitar and I am learning as I go. Please, someone else go to the local gun shop and buy a can to back me up. The reason that the gun blokes prefer the oil is that most don't want a glossy finish, they want a satin finish and maintain the feel of the timber. (BTW, you can still cut the spray back to achieve this.) Also, from what I understand, the spray is no longer being produced, so cans maybe even more difficult to get?!?!
Chris