The reconstruction of the decks is now finished and 4 coats of varnish applied. Time to make some trestles to suit the deck profile so I can make a proper side on the outside.
The stern deck looks as if it has been painted with wood stain in this picture, but it looks much better in real life! Not bad for (relatively) cheap ply. The oak and mahogany is probably better timber than was available when she was built after the end of WW 2.
I have burnt the varnish off the top 2 planks and on the bow. Not sure how much more I can sand before the nail heads are worn away.
