Source for sitka spruce in New England

[Robert Miller]

I am searching for a source of spar quality clear sitka spruce for an unstayed mast. Will need 3"x3" square section, a little over 13' long. (Could laminate if neeeded.)

Any suggestions for a good supplier in southern New England will be appreciateed.

Thanks so much.

Robert

[byankee]

Boulter Plywood in Somerville MA. has it. See http://www.boulterplywood.com/

Also try Maine Coast Lumber http://www.mainecoastlumber.com/ I don't know if they have it (it's not listed ontheir web site) but it woudl be worth a phne call.

[mrjarret]

Robert,
Hey, Have you thought about using very good quality, local white pine?
W.P. for spars has gotten a bad rap... If you, like me, are in Southern RI, Thompson's Saw Mill is a good bet for oak or pine.

[Robert Miller]

Would like to use sitka because of its strength to weight ratio.

Although a bit more expensive, in the overall cost of the boat... well, you know.

Thank you for the name of the saaw-mill as I will need a place to squaree up the stock. I'll call them.

I am in Barrington.

thanks again.
Robert

We mfg sitka spruce boat,aircraft, and musical Inst stock

best source is M.L. Condon in White Plaind N.Y. also try Boulter in Mass. Maine Coast or Keiver Willard ( use to carry boast grade spruce) . If no onew can help you i'll try and have one of them get in touch with you.

Regards
Ed Schulmerich

[bjl_sailor]

The Woodery in Lunenburg MA, has it listed on their site.

[Matthew]

Anyone know where you can get it (Sitka Spruce or similar) in Old England?

Matt

(In the UK)

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