First breasthook is in

After a good night rest I continued to get the breasthooks right.  The western red cedar is not an easy wood as it splinters easily.


I decided to use my old stationary belt sander for further shaping and that was a good decision.

After a bit of sculpting the fit was quite acceptable.

After extra cleaning at the bow side I first made a "crown" on the breasthook with again the belt sander and subsequently glued and screwd the bow breasthook in place.

When the glue is set some final sanding is necessary but that is the next step.

Hopefully tomorrow the aft side is clean enough and the aft breasthook can also be placed.