Re: [Paddlewise] Custom Greenland paddles?

On Thu, 30 Mar 2000, Steven W. Jarvis wrote:

> Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 23:17:18 -0600
> From: Steven W. Jarvis <sjarvis_at_dicksonstreet.com>
> To: Paddlewise <PaddleWise_at_lists.intelenet.net>
> Subject: [Paddlewise] Custom Greenland paddles?
> 
> Paddlewisers,
> 
> I'm interested in getting a Greenland-style wood paddle to try. Does anyone
> know of someone that makes Greenland paddles to your measurements? I know
> there are a few makers who make some standard sizes, but is there anyone out
> there (pro or hobbyist) that makes custom-fit ones for a decent price? I'd
> try it myself, but I don't have access to tools or a workspace at the moment
> (which is the only thing standing between me and building a kayak, too).

when maligiaq was out here with me, in exchange for the support i gave
him, he made me a paddle. i had to go & buy the tools & the wood. the
tools were: hand plane, woodsaw [cheap cross cut] and a file. he had a
pocket knife. he "measured" me, and had the paddle done in a couple days.
the wood [clear 2x4x16, then he hacked off the ends & kept the best part]
cost the most!! less than $50 total. either chuck or greg have a page on
how to make your own... hopefully they'll reply [if they haven't already]

mark

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