Greetings from Germany! Yes, Joel built me a rudder.

Posted By: Dave McFate, Blackwatch #77, North Coast OH
Date: 5/2/09 3:09a.m.

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In Response To: Dave, you said you had an Ida rudder? (pic) (Norm BlackWatch catboat)

I had him make it up of mahogany, and include the tiller. It is not the same profile as the originals, and does not follow the taper of the wineglass transom. I wish it had the original shape, there is much less area on this blade, but I won't ever need to worry about it taking on water! The bottom of the blade is fitted with a thick brass shoe to guard against damage if the rudder is grounded, and all of the hinge hardware is stainless. (she looks a bit filthy in this photo, taken after a summer in the slip last year, but she cleaned up well.)