St. Jacques Log Pintles and Gudgeons 27 Apr 17

27 Apr 17:

Got the beautiful bronze rudder fittings from Port Townsend Foundry today, what a great job they did! Trimmed the rudder head and attached the pintles with #8 silicone bronze screws. Lightly sanded the okume with 120 then applied the second coat of Total Boat Marine Spar Varnish Gleam Satin from Jamestown Distributors.

FMI: St. Jacques Log

Wood Finishing

Here is a good article on tips for wood finishes. The key is a clean surface and a good sealer. We are having good results with Jamestown Distributors TotalBoat Wood Sealer and Gleam right now, and have always liked Pettit Z-Spar. Whatever your favorite, or what is available, follow the directions for the sealer, which may just be a first coat thinned with mineral spirits.

How to Apply Wood Finish