Charlie Franks
Curious about Wooden Canoes
I'm in the process of building a form for a 15 foot wc canoe, and I'm wondering what gauge to use for the galvanized steel backing strips. I read in Jerry and Rollin's bible that they recommend 20 gauge, but Jerry's book on Joe Seliga mentions that Joe used 16 gauge. The heavier gauge probably does a better job clinching the tacks, but might be difficult to fit to the proper shape of the hull.
What experience does anyone else have? What gauge did you use, and how did it work out? I'm leaning toward 20 gauge, but thought I'd ask first.
Thanks,
Charlie
What experience does anyone else have? What gauge did you use, and how did it work out? I'm leaning toward 20 gauge, but thought I'd ask first.
Thanks,
Charlie