I did. I made walnut and ash gunwales. I m pretty sure I did 3/8 strips but not sure. As far as the process you’re right. Same thing. Laminate with epoxy and clamp the begeezus out of it.
One thing I learned in the process though- I was skeptical that the whole gunwale would “bend as one” when installing . In other words I thought it would resist bending after dried somehow due to the laminations but it doesn’t. Bends perfectly.
I think it’s a great idea - and should be used more in practice. it’s not all that common but I love the look of mine- it’s a great way to dress up the boat and in your situation save weight as well.