Classic Instrument Lacquer (M610-1406)

The Mohawk Classic Instrument Lacquer, Clear Gloss (M610-1406) is an outstanding product that delivers a superior finish at a more affordable price than other top-tier lacquers. It provides a deep, glossy shine that enhances the natural beauty of your guitar while offering exceptional protection. The nitrocellulose formula allows the wood to breathe, improving the instrument’s resonance and tonal qualities. What really stands out about this lacquer is the quality-to-price ratio. It offers professional-level performance—comparable or even better than much pricier finishes. Application is smooth, it dries quickly, and the resulting finish is hard and durable, making it perfect for both new builds and refinishing projects. Pros: Superior quality finish with a clear, glossy shine Quick drying and easy to apply Provides a durable, protective coat that enhances the guitar's tone Perfect for refinishing or building guitars and instruments Cons: Strong odor – Use in a well-ventilated area or with a respirator Final Verdict: If you're looking for a top-tier lacquer, the Mohawk Classic Instrument Lacquer is the clear winner. It provides an amazing finish that rivals the best in the industry, and it’s a fantastic option for anyone serious about their guitar refinishing or building projects. Highly recommended! Its sad to say that this lacquer double in price within a year I guess leaving positive reviews can backfire.

Best lacquer I’ve ever used. Works great with my cheap spray gun and some thinner, creating a gorgeous mirror gloss finish on my guitar. It took me a while to figure out sanding it so it was looking pretty rough at first, but this lacquer just keeps getting smoother and glossier with each coat.

I use this as the final finish on the gift boxes I make. It dries to a beautifully lustrous finish. I have used it with my air brush and with just a little thinning it sprays on easily. I also use a foam brush to apply it and find that it flows very nicely without leaving brush strokes. Great product with a hard durable finish.

This product has great functionality and value for the price ,low smell with great clarity. While adding durability to any project it also dries quickly

Product is excellent but delivery was suspenseful therefore my rating for the company went from one star to five stars. Their guitar lacquer beats the competition by far.

I make many guitars and have years of experience with furniture and instrument finishing. This Mohawk is the absolute best there is. Lays out nicely. tacks super quick and doesn't run, flows beautiful. Its as good as it gets. The stew Mac stuff is junk. Wont lay out unless heavily coated, then it runs like crazy. Also after a few coats the stew mac lacquer cracks on me. I just had a high end guitar finish all crack to the wood after 3 coats of stew mac lacquer. I stripped and used Mohawk in the same exact conditions and I worked perfectly . Plus stew mac is way over priced like all of their stuff with high shipping. Go with the Mohawk, I would never go back

Difficult to use. First of all you need the right weather, a day of low humidity is the best. Then you need a couple more items; like some retarder and reducer. One to thin without blushing, the other to slow the drying time and allow a smooth coat with minimal orange peal. You can add some tint to get a beautiful transparent layer. I ended up with a beautiful burgundy transparent finish. It also requires the right application tools, i.e. a good spray gun, booth, and compressor. Good to learn on an old guitar first till you have it down.

I'm surprised at how perfect the results were, especially since I've never done finish work. I had some highly texturized finish checking on the back of the neck, between frets 2 and 8. It's an older Les Paul. Many small pieces of nitro were flaking off, and it felt obvious. I used an artist's brush, some tape, Meguiar's quick detailer for lubricant, and followed the sanding instructions on the can. While the repair is still dull because I haven't buffed it yet (see pics), the neck feels like a flawlessly smooth, factory finish.