Bow Stem Final Cuts

I wanted to see if I could get the bow stem cut to its final size. I measured the bevels, set the table saw blade to the correct angle and hoped that I would get it right. I discovered that you cannot easily transfer lines over an irregularly shaped surface and the blade angle did not align with my drawn-on lines. The solution is to go with the saw blade angle which was taken directly from the full size drawing. The worked just fine. After cutting a test cut, I compared it to the actual line drawing and it matched exactly. Cut the bottom then notched out 3/4" of the back part of the stem to receive the keel. Measured the angle of the top cut and make the cut. Perfect!


Before the cut


Ready to install!