Status as of 9/20 with the bottom closed and an initial 80 grit sanding pass. I initially sorted out the Mahogany strips into three color sets: Dark, Medium, and Light. The lightest accent strip was ripped from an additional Basswood piece ordered with the stations piece. It had a somewhat more faint tan color than the other two.
Some open strip joints for repairs as sanding progresses. I got a fairly tight bottom herringbone closure from multiple dry fit and sanding passes which were facilitated by using the electric bending tool on dry mahogany to give the strip a curve matching the closure locations.
I have included a closer side view showing the very open grain that Mahogany has as well as a bow stem straight on of the strips alongside the stem station. I am not sure how well the open grain will fill in during the finishing process but with the multiple varnishing and sanding passes it may work out better.
Possibly a bit more sanding before cutting the stations off of the board and proceeding with the additional bow and stern raised stem risers with the modified pattern that I made for this one.
If I want diversion I will do the two seats and paddles after the thwart and midship yoke. PT-2
Some open strip joints for repairs as sanding progresses. I got a fairly tight bottom herringbone closure from multiple dry fit and sanding passes which were facilitated by using the electric bending tool on dry mahogany to give the strip a curve matching the closure locations.
I have included a closer side view showing the very open grain that Mahogany has as well as a bow stem straight on of the strips alongside the stem station. I am not sure how well the open grain will fill in during the finishing process but with the multiple varnishing and sanding passes it may work out better.
Possibly a bit more sanding before cutting the stations off of the board and proceeding with the additional bow and stern raised stem risers with the modified pattern that I made for this one.
If I want diversion I will do the two seats and paddles after the thwart and midship yoke. PT-2