Feb 2. Details

Chamfer and varnish oarlock blocks. Weld end plates on open trailer beam ends. Paint trailer. Varnish oars. Etc. getting close now. Just piddly stuff to work on. 

I glued in the oarlock blocks to stand 3/16" proud of the sheer clamps. You can't have sharp edges on that so I hand chamfered the edges to a 45 degree bevel with a chisel. There is no other way to do it due to the curve and tight quarters. The bevel is wavy, but effective. These kind of rough-hewn details are really what make a boat personal. I put every wavy line in this boat myself. 

From the side.