Thank you Joe, for the fast reply, and the information on what grit I should be finishing off the seat with.The blank was started off with Caribbean Blue 3/4 x 3/4 x 5" That I picked up at Wood Crafters on sale.After I saw your beautiful work on the grandchildren's rods I thought I would look good on my grandson's Batson RX 6 blue blank once I finish off a Three piece travel rod in process.