Free pivot to match angle of back

Degree of curve to match back

Flare to match shoulder

The purpose of the next series is to show the clamping layout for laminating the 3 layers of 1/8” hickory with Gorilla glue between each layer. Note: there is only one layer in the example

The form has a 4”X 4” angle base. 1 ½” angle is welded on the rear tilted forward to the first 1”X 1” square tubing which is welded 5” (inside dimension) toward the front. The next 1” X 1” is welded 4” (inside dimension) again toward the front. The front post is 1 ½” X ¼” drilled for the adjustments in flare and degree of curve and placed 5” (inside dimension) toward the front. Please note things will be much simpler overall if you make a right side and left side form to start with and build the paddles in pairs.

The vise grip welders clamp is used to set the smooth curve between the 1” posts. Some animals require a straight section though the middle and then we add a 1”X 2” shim between the 1” posts

You need to have some thin angled shims to place on the 1” tubing to match the angle of the wood being clamped to maintain the smooth curve being used and not end up with flat spots on the paddles.

The three holes on the right correspond to 3 holes in the post to set the different angles for the flare.

We have 2 different end pieces that fit in the hole to the left to raise or lower the end for more or less curve. The same thing could be accomplished by adding a shim on top of the end piece.