Good morning everyone, I hope all is well.

I just finished the aluiet paddle I taked about the other day, it came out pretty good its much bigger and heavier than My GPs . I built this for big river and fast cruising. the paddle is 3 layer laminate consisting of a ripped cedar 2x 4 with a very dark poplar 1 x 2 in the middle.

the blades look pretty darn close But one blade (the thinner looking one) is a bit heavier. My balance point is 2" from center of loom.

should I correct the Imbalance or not worth it?

if yes

1) take more material off heavier blade (funny the heavier blade measures as the slightly smaller one ) blades will look slightly different after the correction Im sure

2) add wt to the lighter side ??

FINISH

I sanded down to 220 grit , all was nice and smooth I finished with Watco natural oil (5 coats) the grain came up a bit, though not much . should I re sand or just throw on a few more coats of oil and use it?

many thanks

"John"