canvas application on gunwale

Aravenguide

Maine Guide
Hey folks,
Quick question on canvas. On my 1914 OT charles river with closed and capped gunwales. When I pulled the old canvas it was tacked on top of the gunwales and I am tempted to do so with this rebuild. Is there any reason not to?

When done the edge will be covered by the top cap.
 
I would not fasten the canvas on top of the gunwales. It will trap more water between the gunwale and the canvas and contribute to rot.
 
It certainly never left the factory like that. I would install canvas in the normal manner cutting off the excess at the top edge of the planking after the filler has cured and you have the paint on.
 
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