The first in the series, this catalog contains study plans for 50 designs -- which range from a 7'7" pram to a 41'3" schooner. In addition there are drawings that identify the parts of a wooden boat, a bibliography, a guide for the selection of various woods, and instructions by Weston Farmer on reading boat plans.
The beauty of this book is that the construction bugs have already been worked out of the designs. Plans, step-by-step building instructions, materials lists, clear photographs, and detailed diagrams are included; every boat was built before the plans and instructions were published. Many, like the Cartopper, the Flat-Bootomed Skiff, the Caps ...
These are newest designs added to WoodenBoat's collection since the publication of fifty Wooden Boats and Thirty Wooden Boats. These popular books contain details usually found with study plans; hull dimensions, displacement, sail area, construction methods and the degree of boatbuilding skill needed to complete each project. Some of the 40 ...
A detailed manual on the building of a superior rowing and sailing dinghy. A modified version (carvel instead of lapstrake planking) of the famous Herreshoff Columbia model, this measures 12'8", makes an excellent project for the boatbuilder with intermediate skills.
This is an indispensable resource for anyone considering the purchase of a new boat, or the maintenance and repair of an old one. It lists over 500 builders, by state and province, and alphabetically lists 200 designers. Covers the US and Canada, published in 1994.
Painting and varnishing is part art and part science. No matter the standard of finish -- utilitarian through show quality and anything in anything in between -- the keys to it are a well-conceived plan of action, the correct choice of tools and materials, a careful preparation of the surface, proper application of the coating, and a "feel" for ...
Fifty-two images of action, grace, and beauty from world-renowned photographer Onne van der Wal. Each left-hand page has an Onne van der Wal four-color image; each right-hand page has room to note your week's appointments. Wire-o binding.
Filled with interesting facts and lore and lovely illustrations from the world of maritime art and history, this desk/engagement calendar is infused with the traditions and romance of the sea. Shrink-wrapped.
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Printed Card Wrappers
Publisher: WoodenBoat Magazine
Date Published: 1984
Description: Fine. Softcover. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall. A catalog for 50 building plans for various types of wooden boats-sailing boats, powerboats and rowboats. 112pp, plans and diagrams. Bright, clean, unmarked copy, almost 'as new'. Weight, 380g. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Wooden Boat Publications
Date Published: 01/06/1986
ISBN-13:9780937822364ISBN:0937822361
Description: Used-Good. Book in good or better condition. Dispatched same day from warehouse. Please email with any questions for quick response. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, Reading
Date Published: 1982
Description: Hardcover with dustjacket. Good condition. The Editors of "Wooden Boat" have carefully selected the best essays, articles, and photographs from the magazine to produce an invaluable guide and treasured gift for the wooden boat owner and dreamer alike. Includes an Index. read more
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