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Starke Finish R - Hybrid Finishing Polish

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Description

- Finish R is designed to have effective cutting and polishing abilities when paired with a rotary buffer or a DA 21mm polisher.

- Paired best with STARKE $ Money Pad on 21mm Polisher

- Can effectively remove 1000 or higher sanding scratches when paired with rotary wool.

- Can effectively finish down swirl free on dark or light colors with a DA Polisher

  • Leverages high quality diminishing abrasive technology.
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Watch how pros use it

The STARKE Surface Restore System, step by step.

  1. 1 · Correct — Level RRotary + White Wool. Removes oxidation and P600–P800 scratches.
  2. 2 · Refine — ElevateYellow Wool on rotary (or foamed wool on DA). Removes 1200–1500 grit scratches.
  3. 3 · Finish — Finish-R$ Money Pad on 21mm DA for a swirl-free finish.
  4. 4 · SealLock it in with Hyper Hold Pro or your STARKE sealant.

Why pros use it

Cut

Rotary + yellow wool: 1500 grit or higher sanding scratches

Formula

High-quality diminishing abrasives; “step skipper” hybrid

Surfaces

Gel coat and marine paint · light and dark

Complete the system

Everything you need for a swirl-free finish

Add all 5 items

Specs

Sizes16 oz. / 32 oz. / 128 oz.
Step in systemStep 2 Refine (after Blaze) or Step 3 Finish — swirl-free gloss
Removes cutRotary + yellow wool: 1500 grit or higher sanding scratches
SurfacesGel coat and marine paint · light and dark
PadRotary: yellow wool · DA: Money Pad, Purple Haze, or foam finishing
Machine speedRotary, forced rotation, or DA 21 mm
BrandStarke Yacht Care

FAQ

What does it remove?

Rotary + yellow wool: 1500 grit or higher sanding scratches

What surfaces is it for?

Gel coat and marine paint · light and dark

Which pad should I use?

Rotary: yellow wool · DA: Money Pad, Purple Haze, or foam finishing

Which machine and speed?

Rotary, forced rotation, or DA 21 mm

Reviews

4.9★★★★★16 reviews

Overall rating: 4.9444447 / 5 from 18 reviews.

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I Love Starke!

"Another high quality product from Starke. I tried using as described on the label and it preformed exactly as described which was nothing short of fabulous results. Super happy customers makes me a super happy detailer. One detailer that will continue to use the products that are spreading this happiness all over the place. I'm no dummy LoL. High recommend to the DIY boat owner and the professional detailer."

— Brian O. (5/5)

Finish R

"I used on 2021 grey key west 239. Results were great using orbital with money pad. Will definitely us agian"

— david m. (5/5)

Easy/correcting finishing

"I tried this product last year. I borrowed a small sample to test an area. Impressive results, I bought a 32oz bottle to do some side jobs. Love the results and ease of use/workability."

— Robert D. (5/5)

Great product!

"It really cuts from the heavy step right down to being sealant-ready. Easy to work with."

— Bryan C. (5/5)

a 10 !!!

"Most beautiful result after using your products."

— Donald S. (5/5)

Best in the West!

"My go to on Boats for enhancements before Coatings get installed."

— Jess B. (5/5)

Amazing!! 🤩

"Amazing product, minimal dust, great cutting power, awesome finish!! This is a must have!!!"

— Aylor N. (5/5)

The best!

"Thank you for reaching out. Yes, I started using it on my own boat and the products are fantastic, the best I have used so far! I have been detailing boats for the past few years and recently opened my own LLC. I wanted to expand the detailing part of the business, so I did a lot of research online and talked with other detailers and it kept coming back to your product. After I found out that you're local and based in Fort Myers. I made a trip to your store; your team was unbelievably helpful and professional. I signed up for your classes in Fort Lauderdale on the 5th and 6th."

— Dan O. (5/5)

Finish R

"Hands down the most versatile watercraft/marine hybrid polish in the game!"

— Nathan W. (5/5)

Starke Finish R

"Great product development!"

— Robert T. (5/5)

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