Splicing a Broken Spar

[Thomas]

Hi all--I'm sure I'm not the first one to do this--I've snapped off the end of a mizzen mast spar at almost the worst possible time. Creating a new one is the right answer but I'm wondering if anyone has any thoughts on how to repair it in place in a way that will be secure enough to take rigging lines. Simple gluing would work and look good but I'm wondering about strength. Any thoughts would be most welcome! Thanks

 

[Y.T.]

Drill both broken sides axially for a brass pin. Insert pin when glueing sides together.

 

[Thomas]

Hi Y.T.--Thanks so much for your suggestion--exactly the solution and it's come out well. Thanks to the pin I could sand it a little more aggressively and hide the line. In a few years I may not even remember it's there! Appreciate your help.

 

[paulv1958]

Yet did it twice to the santa ana build. I hate stunsail booms & glasses!

 

[Thomas]

Thanks Paul--I hope I don't become an expert at it!