T&T: Fw: PFD for a boat hook.

[Kirwood Dirby]

the first time mine fell in it floated, I grabbed it.

the second time, in sank like a rock.
:(

so shaw and tenney can claim whatever they want, mine is getting a pfd. :)

On 1/1/07, jimt2 <jimt2@centurytel.net> wrote:
> All things must be considered.  The length, (more or less flotation) the
> taper and it's location along the shaft, (placement of the maximum of
> floatation) type of wood. (degree of floatation) The finish even needs to be
> considered, It will add weight with no additional floatation. But who would
> want to cover up the handy non slip surface of a proper bit of ash?
> Both Shaw and Tenney and Wooden Boat instructions cover this pretty well.
> I've found that the balance can be a frustratingly tight proposition, but
> when "ON" it's all good.  And they are truly beautiful, hanging, in use, and
> swimming.
> When dropped over the side, accidentally or during testing, and within the
> first minute or so, you will notice that the shaft bobs up and down,
> effectively extending it's "Pick Up " length, if timed appropriately.
> Handy thing, the first time I erred this way.
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PaulC
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