Two coats will be all you need.
Sealing cork fishing rod handle.
This prolongs the life of a rod handle more than anything else.
Sealing you could stop at this point but i ve found it helpful to take it a step further by applying cork sealant to prevent oil and debris from penetrating the cork s surface.
To apply the u 40 cork seal simply brush a single coating along the surface of the cork and allow it to dry.
First clean the handle again to remove any wood particles leftover from sanding.
Next time you buy a new rod apply the tru oil or cork sealer before you even begin using the rod.
I am really hard on cork kayak fishing so i am up for it.
It prevents the penetration of soils and other foreign matter transferred to the grip area from the fisherman s hands.
How to seal your cork rod handles a friend did this to his cork handles and they look awesome after years of fishing.
Tru oil will help seal the cork handle and actually extend the life of the cork.
Apply the tru oil with a paper towel or an old cloth.