We use linseed oil because it soaks into the the bat and makes it moist and knocking in becomes much easier but make sure to use raw linseed oil and not boiled linseed oil. The bat does not soak boiled linseed oil. Raw linseed oil not only increases the life of the bat but also makes the performance of the bat better.
Boiled linseed oil should be allowed to dry for at least 24 hours before proceeding with the next step in the project.
Linseed Oil
Yes, linseed oil is combustible.
Yes, linseed oil is flammable.
Linseed oil typically needs 24 to 48 hours to dry before applying another coat.
For 'linseed' we pronounce 'Alsi or Teesee' in Hindi.
Linseed oil is not really good for bridles, you should stick to a commercial tack conditioner/oil like Lexol, they make a regular conditioner and a neatsfoot compound.
It is also used to start spontanious combustion fires. The raw oil is worse than the boiled linseed oil. DO NOT leave rags "balled up", they can ignite in less than a day. Be Careful!
No, linseed oil is not a saturated fat; it is a polyunsaturated oil.
why i linseed oil not used on oil stones
Yes, boiled linseed oil is flammable.