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Late '60s stain colors?

Discussion in 'Chris Craft Roamer Yacht' started by pugetsound37, Oct 2, 2006.

  1. pugetsound37, Oct 2, 2006
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    pugetsound37 New Member

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    Just wondering about the authentic (correct) stain colors for a '67 37' Riviera. I would like to refinish the cabin mill work with the original deep brown ('60s vintage) and am wondering what product folks have had success with. Additionally, I am interested to know what the appropriate color would be for the mahogany surfaces on the exterior...aft helm area, planksheers, handrails and so on. Would that be a traditional Chris Craft red such as Interlux's CC red filler stain or were these areas more "blonde?"
    Thank you, in advance for all the help. I am really interested to know about the opaque brown used in the cabin.
    tom@pugetsoundboat.com
  2. pugetsound37, Oct 2, 2006
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    Thanks...found the colors! Sable walnut inside - Golden walnut, out.
  3. alloyed2sea, Oct 3, 2006
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    Enter the Orchard

    Mind you - the walnut sable does turn green after 25 years or so. :eek:
    I know, after sanding out every square inch of the interior in my 37' Riviera (http://www.geocities.com/sour_apples_usa/) - it still shows up when the light hits a spot or two just rite.
    Think twice - then stain away :p
    Cheers!
    Eric
  4. jsheperd, Oct 19, 2006
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    sable walnut interior stain

    I am looking for a source to buy the Sable Walnut interior stain for a 37' 1963 Constellation...anyone have a source?
  5. pugetsound37, Oct 20, 2006
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    The Sandusky Paint Co. Contact Paul Wilke at 419-6262461. The Dark Walnut Filler stain is product number 9803 and the Golden Walnut is 7680. I believe Sandusky originally supplied the finishes to both Lyman and Chris Craft...possibly Century as well. I think you may be able to order online from Sandusky as well @ www.sapaco.com
    I sure loved the CXA-37 I had.
    Best of luck.
  6. jsheperd, Oct 20, 2006
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    Found the site...Thanks!