Recent content by Boatman53

Yes the bevel is only on the top edge. Jim

Nice, what did you use for the blade Kahel? Jim

My crooked knife journey continues. Until I moved to Maine the only crooked knives I had seen were in museums and books and descriptions in books. Shortly after we moved here I wandered into an antique store and there on the shelf he had three knives. Still way beyond my meager budget he was...

Might be a tad top heavy but nice packing job. Jim

Welcome to the campfire DJ. Those look like they will clean up nicely. I have a Shaw and Tenney paddle I bought in 1970 I still use it. Jim

Yes, sand off the varnish. Jim

Thanks for sharing, it was amazing. Such speed and power. Jim

This is what I have. I’ve had the metal bits to make my own pole maybe 40 years but since I found an intact one I haven’t been motivated, perhaps they need a new home. The handle on mine is 4 1/2’ long. Jim

I have an old one of those and the metal work from another that needs a handle. I’ll dig it out after breakfast. Jim

Nice find, I too keep my eye out for baskets but haven’t found one in good condition at a price I want to pay. Jim

Looks like time to cut up another yoga block, for $6 I’ll give it a go. Jim

I wasn’t sure where to put it actually. In my mind it could fit several places. The statement is definitely my feelings on books and canoes. Come to think of it, my hardwood inventory. Jim

Glad I could help Erica. Jim

I saw this on an old machine forum that I follow and wondered if it can apply to canoes. Jim

Welcome to the campfire Ed. It’s a drain hole. There is probably foam in the chamber for the floatation. Jim