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Gene Bodnar

Mon Aug 31 2015, 04:52pm

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This particular longboat accompanies HMY Royal Caroline, but it is representative of the period. The entire longboat, with a few noted exceptions, will be made only of basswood.

twintrow

Mon Aug 31 2015, 11:28pm

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Gene, With permission I'm copying this and saving as a practicum on building ships boats. Should probably be added to resources too.
thanks for teaching us...
Tom

Gene Bodnar

Tue Sep 01 2015, 08:35am

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Tom,

Sure, you can copy it, but be aware that this is only one method of many available. It is one that I have developed over the years that requires only a band saw (or jig saw), a sanding block, and a drill for the jig, and nothing but an X-Acto knife and a steel ruler for the rest of the build. Of course, other tools could enhance the build, but they are not essential.

Gene

Gene Bodnar

Tue Sep 01 2015, 03:20pm

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Steps 5 through 10

Gary M

Tue Sep 01 2015, 06:59pm

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Gene, A very practical jig. Similar to the one I used for the Rattler longboat, but yours has a few subtle improvements which can make all the difference. Looking forward to tomorrows posts! G