Hammer, Ray, et al:
I shall refrain from rendering an expanded opinion on Galazan's technique, but it's kind of like wiping some Vaseline onto a bare surface, applying paint over that, then expecting the paint to dry.
It won't.
The time-honoured method is to finish the pad to at least 600 grit level, then simply apply stock finish (one that dries fairly easily on it's own) over the pad in thin coats and allow it to dry naturally. The finish will not dry as quickly on the pad material as it will on wood. Expect to wait up to a week or more between coats.
But once the finish builds up, the pad is protected, and won't catch on clothing as you mount the gun -- which is the real reason to use finish on it.
To repeat: Vaseline is bad. Armour-All is bad. Wax is bad. They all lead to problems. If you've "buffed in" Vaseline, strip the pad and wash it in Lacquer thinner. It may or may not get you back to square one.
Use thin coats of finish (like Tru-Oil if you must) and lots of patience.
Best, Kensal
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