Bent out of shape

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We got the first outer chine log pre-bent into shape tonight.   I ended up scarfing two pieces of oak to come up with one 22 foot long chine bar.   As you can see here, bending the log into shape is no easy task!  It is held into shape with many clamps and after a couple days it will take on a new shape without all the stress.   At that time the frame notches will be faired so they mate well with the chine log.