: I used 1/4" staples. Given the trouble I was having with the gun (Arrow
: T50), I'm glad I didn't have longer staples. A lot of the staples either
: completely missed by turning 90* to the wood or only put one leg in with
: the other crumpled. I used most of a box (Not sure how much that is. It
: was a standard size box of Arrow staples, though). There was significant
: waste. Everytime the gun jammed, I lost pretty much what ever was in it. I
: also ended up pulling and redoing a fair number of staples (I may do more
: later too). There was a fair probablility that I would hit a screw
: underneeth also. The staples were pretty useless in those conditions :-) I
: did have a second box available and would recommend it just in case.

I ordered in 3/8" into the Ace Hardware. Well Don, looks like I ordered us both a little extra work.

: No. I can see where they might be useful, but I just used hands. They are
: sore today, both from the pulling and squeezing the S.G. I did get some
: minor puckering of the fabric on the hull. For some reason it was bad on
: one side and good on the other. Still it didn't come out too bad. And I
: haven't wet it out yet to stretch it either.

I ordered some deluxe canvas pliers that haven't come in yet (another excuse for a new tool). I'll let you know how they work.

: Ha! My assistant managed to get an absessed tooth and sprain her ankle on the
: same day. So, no I was alone. It is doable, but I was panting pretty hard
: at times even though it was 45* in the barn. If you have someone to help,
: by all means use them, but don't fret going it alone either.

The things people will do to get out of work

: Bill