PrimeWeld TIG 225X – AC TIG for a Thin Aluminum Boat

BetsySteel Boat

Many thanks to Liam Shirley for his recommendation and a bit of practical instruction using a PrimeWeld TIG 225X. I’m not much of TIG welder, but I sure can’t blame the machine. And I love that it comes with a 3 year warranty that includes shipping it back for repairs.

Pilothouse Fitout – Part 1 – Galley

BetsySteel Boat

Many thanks to Brian Holmes. One of the great guys on the planet that we can call on when it involves wood. When you want to find a good wood worker all you got to do is find the guy with the largest collection of clamps. Brian is the man.

The Most Awesome Ships Wheel – Part 2

BetsySteel Boat

Many thanks to Brian Holmes who returned to assemble the Worlds Most Fabulous ships wheel. There is still more to be done, but we love the results. That Octopus centerpiece is the sculpting and casting work of Michael Teasdale; video here. And the walnut rims are the work of the late great Hugh Hood. There is more to come; we … Read More

Pilothouse Cedar, Bilge Pumps, Heads and more

BetsySteel Boat

Thank you all for your support. Good vibes, patrons, and especially crew. We appreciate you. If you have purchased from our overpriced Junk Store, we have added you to an email list so you can receive ad free, early release access to our videos, as our gift to you.