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What kind of metal should you use for keel bolts? - FairWindFasteners

What kind of metal should you use for keel bolts?

Keeping your keel securely fastened to the vessel should obviously be a primary concern. Loose keels cause further damage, but having a keel fall off is a complete disaster. The...

What kind of metal should you use for keel bolts?

Keeping your keel securely fastened to the vessel should obviously be a primary concern. Loose keels cause further damage, but having a keel fall off is a complete disaster. The...

Properties of 651 Silicon Bronze - FairWindFasteners

Properties of 651 Silicon Bronze

Silicon bronze is popular in boatbuilding and for the marine environment because it's so well suited to the task. But be careful when purchasing silicon bronze fasteners and other hardware...

Properties of 651 Silicon Bronze

Silicon bronze is popular in boatbuilding and for the marine environment because it's so well suited to the task. But be careful when purchasing silicon bronze fasteners and other hardware...

Reed & Prince Frearson Drive vs Phillips - FairWindFasteners

Reed & Prince Frearson Drive vs Phillips

The Frearson drive does look a bit like a Phillips at first glance, but the two are not the same. Trying a phillips bit in a frearson drive screw or vice-versa...

Reed & Prince Frearson Drive vs Phillips

The Frearson drive does look a bit like a Phillips at first glance, but the two are not the same. Trying a phillips bit in a frearson drive screw or vice-versa...