If I were to look for his book, which might I look for? His "Boatbuilding" one seems pretty handy, but, which book in particular of his do you...
This is all extremely helpful. In my minds-eye, I envision a relatively deeper-draft vessel. Something with a keel, and maybe half-decked. Or...
This provides for some interesting thoughts. I looked up the Gunboat Philly to try to find some models of it (simply because my own pictures...
And for size, I think 20 - 30 feet would be plenty for my goals, but if I'm mistaken, please let me know.
Well, at least the issue with the cannon is resolved. Of course, I wouldn't have any shot on board... Now, I am a huge fan of the Philly, but,...
The ownership of cannon is perfectly legal, as it falls under federal firearms laws as an antique. (Any non-cartridge firing, pre-1898 counts as...
So, I've long though about getting myself a boat, but it's not exactly the "normal" sort, so to speak. What I have in mind is something inspired...