Thanks to all for the nice comments...

Actually I used a lot of clear coating to help prevent patina from
forming, although I imagine it probably will do do eventually anyway.
I really like the shiny bright finish on the copper contrasting with
the dark stained wood, all with a gloss finish.

I doubt the copper will protect too much. The aircraft ply is
probably stronger! I just hope it survives the intial flight testing
in reasonable shape.

I used 5 minute epoxy to glue the copper sheeting to the wood.

Bruce Bernstein
Chicago, IL


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I used for mainly for the weight, and to
>
> Great stuff, Bruce. Love the copper. Not only does it
> look awesome, I imagine it also protects the wingtips.
> I bet it would look nice if you were to allow a patina
> to build up on the metal. That might not be good for
> flight, though.
>
> Bruce, how do you get the copper to stay on? Do you
> need to use some kind of glue or is it simply
> friction?
>