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How to Build Wooden Boats: With 16 SmallBoat Designs (Dover Crafts: Woodworking),Used
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Written especially for the amateur boat builder, this concise guidebook contains clear, practical directions and designs for building 16 modern small boats, rowboats, sailboats, outboards, a 125class hydroplane, and a runabout. You'll find detailed stepbystep instructions, with diagrams, for each design presented. The construction techniques have been kept as simple as possible; moreover, the standardized techniques described and illustrated here are used in boat yards and can be used to construct a variety of other craft not included in this volume.After an enlightening general discussion of small boat building, Mr. Monk, a noted naval architect, presents detailed guidelines for selecting a design, choosing and assembling building materials, and building and finishing the craft. Boat builders can choose from these basic designs: ninefoot dinghy, eightfoot punt, two skiffs, two outboard boats for camping and fishing enthusiasts, two outboard runabouts, an outboard cruiser, outboard racer, racing hydroplane, 18foot runabout, simplified sailer, centerboard sloop, racing sailboat, and keel sloop.With this book at your fingertips, you can experience the satisfaction of building and using a strong, wellproportioned craft, designed by an expert a boat that offers hours of enjoyment, both in the workshop and on the water.
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This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'How to Build Wooden Boats'? A: The book primarily focuses on providing clear, practical directions and designs for building 16 different modern small boats, including rowboats, sailboats, and outboards.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'How to Build Wooden Boats' is Edwin Monk, a noted naval architect.
- Q: What types of boats does this book cover? A: The book covers a variety of small boat designs, including dinghies, punts, skiffs, outboard boats, and racing hydroplanes.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is written specifically for amateur boat builders, providing easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 5, 1993.
- Q: How many pages does 'How to Build Wooden Boats' have? A: The book contains a total of 96 pages.
- Q: What kind of construction techniques are described in the book? A: The book describes standardized construction techniques that are simple and commonly used in boat yards, making them applicable for various crafts.
- Q: Are there diagrams included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes detailed diagrams for each boat design to assist builders in the construction process.
- Q: What kind of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Can this book help in selecting materials for boat building? A: Yes, it provides detailed guidelines for choosing and assembling building materials for constructing the boats.