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The mahogany plywood top on those consoles is 1/2", and I would replace it if you have some woodworking skills.

Basically you will have to unscrew the windshield from below, about 8 screws. You may also have to remove the raised edging, involving chipping out the pegs/bungs and unscrewing the screws. this will expose the entire top piece, which can then be replaced. Be sure to save the old one for windshield screw location reference. The entire console top should be refurbished at this time with new varnish.

It may be a decent project that could take two weeks or so, considering varnish curing times.

Starboard would destroy the console and value of the boat.