Tudor Top Wood Question

[Super88]

I purchased the hardware necessary to replace the top wood in my 1930 Tudor per the list on page 3-61 of Les Andrew's Vol II book. For the bow support rails the list shows the following:

10-32 x 1 1/2 Machine Screw
#10 Lock Washer
10-32 Nut

On page 3-79, the instructions mention using a 1/4 flat washer instead of the #10 Lock Washer.

Can someone tell me the correct washer to use? I realize this area eventually will not be visible, but would prefer to use the proper hardware and only do this once if one works better than another.

When I disassemble something, I usually document this type of thing with photos or notes, but for some reason didn't when I removed the bows and supports. Maybe I put too much faith in having a book with instructions? Anyway, another lesson learned.

[Mitch//pa]

I use just the lock washer tighten it down good so it digs into the wood then whizzer off the top of the screw threads fulsh with the wood. I am not sure a 1/4 " lock washer would fit into the recess anyway or even give enough room to conceal the nut

[Super88]

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Thanks for the response and the photo. As I mentioned, I know the area won't be visible, but once the vinyl goes on I'd like it to stay there as long as possible