I have the satin version, and have been able to get it to a glossy finish on some strat bodies, so best of both world I suppose. It is very nice on the back of the necks I've made, I just do 3 to 5 thin coats, the first applied with 600 grit sandpaper for grain filling, thanks to Brad Angrove for that tip. It's good to hear I don't need to use nitro or lacquer Thanks guys