I just finished off a simulat reel seat in Green swirl for a 7 pc blank. I wet sanded with 2000 grit I bought from the local auto zone store. My hobby shop had some micro paper that went up to 15000 grit. Wet sanded with it and then buffed with a plastic polish on a flannel pad. I don't think I can get much more shine out it. I'll post pics when the rod is done. Hopefully next weekend.