How To...
...Finish Balsa Fins
Balsa fins can be tricky to finish. Simply painting them is fine for a first time rocket builder but at some point, many rocketeers feel the need to get a "showroom" finish on their rockets. Taking some extra time to finish balsa fins can be a great first step. There are almost as many methods for fin finishing as there are rocketeers. Finding a method that works well for you involves balancing desired results with time, effort, and available materials. I like to use silk span and nitrate dope (and, of course, lots of sanding!). Here is what I typically do.
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