Hello All.
I called Brian at LeTonkinios today to order some varnish and we discussed my slight disappointment with the Marine No.1.
To my surprise he agreed that it is slightly lacking in overall performance when compared to the Classic. Due in part to the new owner.
The owners, for the last year, is the German company that were the suppliers of the all the ingredients that Le Tonkinios used in manufacturing their varnish and have promised not to change anything for the next 2 years which is good news.
Also, Brian extolled the virtues of the Scotch Brite pads that he sells, they look remarkably like the ones that you use Andy. He is sending me some to try so I will give it a go when they arrive. He recommended using them for taking the shine off the the varnish, making it ready for the next coat but not for cutting down any runs/sags or other imperfections as they aren't meant for that.
Will let you know next week.
Mike.