A new tiller handle

[Allan S]

My original tiller handle has seen better days, it is, I'm assuming, to be made up of teak and holly. At least it is a light and dark wood lamination. Due to being a budget sailor, I would like to make a new one out of maple and mahogany. Does anyone have any opinions and suggestions?

[cal40john]

Don't have an answer to your specific question, but unless you really want to make one on your own, check out the prices from these people first. It's been a few years since I ordered one, but it was about $50 for a Cal 34 tiller.

H & L Marine Woodwork, Inc.

John

[TexSail]

I ordered one a few years ago from a company up in Oregon. The tiller was beautiful woodwork with a bronze sleeve for the retaining bolt. The cost was around $150. I can't recall the name of the company but found them on the net.

[DeepFrz]

That should work fine. I once built one with just mahogany. Here is a link to a project that may be of use to you.

Pearson Triton #381 Glissando | A New Tiller