I'm just about finishing up a nice old (1929) AA grade OTCA. The major outstanding issue standing in the way of relaunching is that I'm pretty much convincing myself that the old outwales are junk. So this will require me to mill and bend new outwales - new territory for me. Nothing like trial by fire (and steam)! Any tips from the good folks here would be greatly appreciated.
What species of "mahogany" these days might help me out the most, bend, and come close to matching old mahogany?
Any bending suggestions? I've managed ribs fine, but the bow of an OTCA is daunting. I'm assuming I have to make a form that matches the sheer with a little more for springback.
What else am I forgetting?
Thanks in advance. I'll let you know how I make out
Fitz
What species of "mahogany" these days might help me out the most, bend, and come close to matching old mahogany?
Any bending suggestions? I've managed ribs fine, but the bow of an OTCA is daunting. I'm assuming I have to make a form that matches the sheer with a little more for springback.
What else am I forgetting?
Thanks in advance. I'll let you know how I make out
Fitz