Zinsser Bullseye 123 would do the job just fine and be less expensive than all the ones you listed

Keep in mind that the raw wood sections will have a raised grain caused by latex primers. Just simply sand it down with 320 grit paper.

I'd choose BM Fresh Start for the job.

quote "I'd choose BM Fresh Start for the job."

If I did not have to drive 40 miles, I would also :-)

I like Bins.

Thank you very much for all your help.

Brushworks, thank you very much for your information.

I finished sanding with 80 grit sander. Do I need to sand again with 150 grit and 220 grit before applying the primer? Does BM Fresh Start seal and bond well? I am afraid varnish is not 100% clear in some nooks and crannies. Is Ben Moore oil based enamel undercoater a good primer and easy to apply? It helps produce a very smooth surface. I never used oil based paint. Really appreciate your help.

Yes...you must sand it smooth. Progressive sanding will create the smooth finish. 80 grit will most likely leave a rough finish that will transfer through the paint film. Finish with 180 grit prior to primer.

Fresh Start will seal and bond to any clean, dull surface.

I wouldn't opt for alkyd primer. Not needed.

If you want ultra smooth, allow primer to dry for 24 hours (or until primer will dust when sanded) and lightly sand with 320 grit.

Brushworks, thank you very much for your information, very helpful.

I am now sanding with 150 grit. I'll use BM Advance simply white for final paint. I just noticed BM now has Advance Primer. How is it compared with BM Fresh Start Primer?

Thank you very much.

Here is a link that might be useful: BM Advance primer

The Advance Primer takes forever to dry and will not sand well until it's thoroughly dry.

Fresh Start dries fast and is ready to coat in one hour. Advance recoat is 8 hours.

The Advance primer will not perform any better than the Fresh Start and Fresh Start is approved as a primer for Advance Alkyd Waterborne.

Brushworks, thank you so much for your help.