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Problem

What grit for refinishing a wooden baseball bat?

A wooden bat can feel rough, dented, or scratched before refinishing.

wood dry sanding between coats scratches
Answer

For a wooden baseball bat, use 120 or 180 for rough areas, then 220 and 320 before finishing.

Why it happens
The finish and dents need smoothing without removing too much wood.
Recommended grit
Use 120 or 180 for rough finish removal, then 220 and 320 before finish.
Wet or dry
Dry.
Success check
The bat feels smooth and keeps its original profile.

What to do

  1. Clean the bat surface.
  2. Use 120 or 180 only where old finish or roughness needs leveling.
  3. Refine with 220.
  4. Finish prep with 320 before coating.
Avoid: Do not over-sand the handle or change the bat shape.

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