Making a new Bowsprit -

This week I fix up the mess of a foredeck on MV Geordie and build a new bowsprit.
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Peter Knowles
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[@atlancon]

I am astonished at how simple you make this look, to the average person, this would be a heroic undertaking. Well done Peter, you are an inspiration.

[@jonart9160]

As a woodworker, not a boat builder, I learn from your woodworking talents.

[@fonhollohan2908]

The Bowsprit looks great Peter when she's all matted up! she should look elegant and beautiful just as we all anticipated with your finishing carpentry and shipwright skills!

[@trentonhogue7701]

Once again I’m amazed with how easy you make this hard work look, and you do it with bravery! Cutting out that toe rail would make me fearful that I would never get it seamless when replacing. That’s one strong bowsprit nice work!

[@caprovan]

Novel and well thought out design for the bowsprit!

[@Twelvestonestacking]

Groovy and Goodonyas! Cheers to a successful elliptical bow sprit

[@milt7348]

Loving it. Stay safe and we'll see you next week.

[@TheBeer4me]

Awesome bowsprit, moving the boats love the background hope to see more.

[@joeymiller3475]

Pretty Work! We call your "bowspirt" a "pulpit" in the sportboat building world and the the timber under the deck is the "king plank".

[@BigMkombe]

Mate that looks incredible 👌 Your channel is the best start to the week - the old stem post with the new timber looks grouse ❤️👌👌

[@CodeSquares]

Sharp looking bowsprit. You're ruthless with the demolition and reconstruction, I always dither for a half hour before cutting into anything!

[@kenshores9900]

Your friend really adds beauty to your videos. Good video. Enjoyed the carpentry. Waiting patiently to see the fiberglass work.

[@drichens7578]

That is a very fabulous bowsprit. would love to have one like that on my boat

[@adamlockwood331]

Peter's meticulous rebuilding of the bowsprit is nothing short of inspirational. The craftsmanship and dedication he brings to transforming that beautiful piece of wood into a stunning work of art showcase a remarkable talent. His ability to breathe new life into the material, infusing it with both elegance and functionality, is a testament to his extraordinary skill and artistic vision.

[@yeababyyea123456]

What a great work you are doing, and what a beutifull dauther you have there!! Greatings from Sweden

[@melkingrealestate]

Sweet job!

[@dondonner1095]

The heck with Bowsprit, the word of the week should have been elliptical. That was for me a stroke of genius and I was very pleased with the results as were you. Yet again a very informative and entertaining video and even early on top of that. Thanks.

[@DavidMarsh-v9h]

Excellent show Peter, thanks.

[@Saltchuck-46]

Bruce anchors have served me well during 35 years of boating in these waters.

[@StevenMooney-e9f]

Ambitious cruising to the hardware store

[@braithmiller]

The bilge’s hunger is less permanent than the seas. Very fine bowsprit, art comes from working with limitations of nature.

[@dukeallen6562]

Loved the bowsprit build. You are so very talented with hardwoods Peter. Love it, love it, love it.

[@figtrin]

Nice surfboard er.. bowsprit.

[@Sluf7]

Nice job Peter looks great in style suites it. Keep at it now 😅

[@RobertLarsonSF]

Bowsprit looks great. Only time I had to have a new bowsprit was after a collision with a ferry. His fault, they paid the bill. :)

[@RESCUEBERTRAMYACHT]

Peter is really Mcgyver in cognito. I have never seen anyone as talented and make things from nothing as Peter. Fascinating to watch

[@tomdale1313]

"It just gets better, every week the content is so well done, thxs for sharing...

[@MarcelEling]

Great idea making a curve😅

[@timothybryan5113]

The front end of my 16 foot runabout speed boat is haunted. You can hear it moan when we go around the lake. My guy at the marina said I had a bow spirit.

[@ptrollip1]

Another great video mate

[@bobcollard11]

Use the rope winch and the King post for your anchor snubber on the opposite side of your bowsprit.

[@JaneGiffin]

You're welcome!

[@darylg7484]

Love it love it love it!!! Came out great Peter. That beam under the plywood is stout! Another great one, looking forward to next week!

[@darrylgardner2680]

I love the way you go about all of your projects, Peter. Your craftmans eye and confidence with tools makes watching your projects a pure joy, and to realize that you sometimes suffer with analysis paralysis too is comforting.

[@JohnJensenArtist]

My vessel doesn't have a BOWSPRIT, so I am a bit jealous. Lovely job you did and when you make a cut and blew away the dust afterwards, I found that I had blown at the same time. Ha!

[@tomlpdx]

The bowsprit turned out beautifully! Well done, Peter! One thing I have to say is that your willingness to just jump right in and do these not-so-simple projects just instills confidence in me to go out and tackle problems and just get on with it. Much appreciated. Looking forward to the day-in-the-life video. Cheers!

[@LakesideProductions]

Great craftsmanship Peter. What finish did you apply to the Sapele? I t really makes the grain pop. Great work as always!

[@markusweber5561]

Its always such a pleasure watching the progress and your skills

[@MrTallpoppy58]

Lovely work Peter but I was a little disappointed you cut a slot and not a hole for the bow post.

[@YouCanCallMeDon]

I would like to introduce you to the very magical "Nicholson Patternmaker's Rasps", #49, #50. These would be used for breaking/making the edge on your bowsprit. I know you won't believe until you try... look them up and put them on a list.

[@dustymiller7758]

Great entertainment as always, looking forward to a week in the life.

[@charlieostler8538]

You almost make me want to buy a wood boat. I need to do a bit of work on my bowsprit on my fiberglass boat. Thank you for sharing your workmanship.

[@mcmmilo]

Love your new intro, and tkx for a great video

[@pfalzgraf7527]

That bowsprit looks amazing! It is definitely a design upgrade to what it was like before! Hope you find a great solution for the chain. And there I am, having written the above line before even watching the beer of the week - But the bowsprit is already in my comment. Great! CU next week!

[@patrickcwillis]

Nice bowsprit!!! Wow. I do like the added strength you are adding Looks great!!!

[@graeme-sailingskeptic]

Having broken a number of bowsprits on the boats I sail I am very impressed with the rejuvenation of Geordies! Well done again Peter.

[@pepperjake44]

I have no bowsprit on my boat. I also continue to miss the the old intro that you have introduced each episode for the past many years. I’m happy to see your finger bandage is getting smaller. Since Andrea is participating in the beer of the week, I am of the opinion she prefers, like me, a mundane Canadian lager to the beers you have been tasting these past few weeks. Cheers!!

[@billstevens3796]

The only problem is these toe rails are in the way. Saw, saw, saw... 😂

[@sethbarnes7608]

Sometimes you just gotta drink a beer about it.😅

[@oliverliddell613]

The Spade or Vulcan. The problem with the spade is the stainless steel bolt which creates galvanic corrosion. Had to replace Spade anchors after seven years or so but for that replacement price I bought 30 years of stress free anchoring. The principle is clear; concave not convex. My experience with Bruce are not so favourable but Fortress is also brilliant in specific conditions. The Vulcan which I now have incorporates the concept of the Spade with a single cast unit. If you want a second anchor you can put together in two minutes the Spade is incredible.

[@hammervision6252]

Peter, it looks great, but why on earth didn't you mortise the stem through the bow sprit?

[@scottsorby7966]

Its almost going to be a crime to put holes in that lovely bit of timber, but needs must as they say. Wonderful work as always Peter

[@pl-ps2pd]

Despite my always good intentions dogs love to bite me. Just a tasty bugger I suppose. I learned to keep my distance most of the time, even though they can be so cute.

[@alan-sk7ky]

Bow roller thing looks very muck like a 'Peter makes a bow roller and learns a bit of TIG Brazing along the way' series of videos🙂

[@RoyBlumenthal]

Yeeeeeeeeeooooow, Peter! Your work is magnificent.

[@robertjordan2962]

I am so very impressed with the beautiful piece of wood selected for this project and you've really done a masterful and fantastic job bringing out the character of the piece for the job it needs to do! Absolutely wonderful episode and I'm so excited for the finished product and upcoming news, especially regarding the shed! Very happy for the two of you to have found each other and I'm anxious every week to see what you've accomplished and what adventures you've had together! I love love love love this channel!!! Cheers!

[@peterbrandt9725]

What a lovely piece of wood you kept back for the project. Looking forward to the next few episodes. Pace yourselves and look after each other. As ever thanks for sharing your lives and projects with us.

[@DAVIDHARRINGTON-t1p]

Your achievement this week was completing the “Bow S’prit”… and it looks fantastic. My achievement this week was that after following “Travels with Geordie” for a few years, I’ve finally managed to catch up to date! Amazing work, keep it up… see you on the Norfolk Broads someday!

[@woodyachttn2353]

Nice work Peter. Love the curves. Have you considered shaving down the aft section of the bowsprit to reduce tripping or stubbing your toes?

[@bobsch-gd6ze]

Another well produce show and finished project.

[@davidantill6949]

Back to the good stuff👍🏻

[@darrylmcleman6456]

FINE BUSINESS!!! CHEERS from HERE!!!

[@harrisji]

Look at the bright side....... The hammer went into the boat and not the water 😉

[@daleyurk4369]

That dog must have bitten half of your finger off! Three weeks and still a heavy bandage. I know what I would do :)

[@linrepboras]

The hammer ended up in the boat - not in the water where all your tools are stored. (Sorry, could not help myself) 👍

[@mySeaPrince_]

Funny I was given the same type of cleat as your old one 2 days ago, as I need something that will bolt through and take some load on the foredeck.. occasional anchor and second bow cleat etc... Still looking for the original type of bollarded cleat.

[@neleabels]

Hooray! New video!🙂

[@loxbex]

I’m sure you thought about it: why did you cut off the material at the end - or tip - of the elliptic or elliptical ellipse? 22:33 Was it also in a bad condition? With that few inches you’d have a better chance of the anchor not hitting your bow, when current or wind bring it closer to the boat (even more if it’s not on the roller yet… 18:47 ) Probably I’m wrong, but why?🧐, just want to learn from your experience and I’m very thankful for that. 🙏🏻😌 Thx for your fantastic show, with your also fantastic „better half“ 🤗 Lothar from Düsseldorf, Rhineland, Germany

[@robertlandry5676]

👍🏼

[@RobertSchmitt-u7l]

In theory, if you have a superhydrophobic coating that coats a boat inside and out, how much longer would it last, or hold up?? Expecially for a wood boat, and expecially, if the coating is absorbed into the wood... Some of them last 9 years in normall car applications. Hmm.

[@timothybryan5113]

If only you could have done a mortise and tenon with the stem and bowspirit

[@eatsrust9325]

Everything... lol

[@locovaughan626]

Nice work, where you all moving to?

[@TairnKA]

It could have been worse... it fell "into" the boat. ;-D

[@theladyoflife]

Regarding the wooden bowsprit ( the hinge part where the anker pivots) ...did you take in account for the wear on it? The anker chain will bang and grind into it, so the wood will suffer big time.

[@harveypost7799]

I the best thing not on utube

[@theladyoflife]

Djeezz dewd....how hard did doggie chomp on your finger? Pfieuww...

[@bobsch-gd6ze]

Yup, it looks like it was a gooder chomp for sure.

[@MOBiEC1]

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[@SlowlySailing-lc1cs]

"Design as you build" combined with "found stock" and a moving boat doesn't always turn out as well as this. Very nice. But I have no sympathy for you complaining about movement while in a nice shelter with the deck at bench height, lol.