As suggested, I have purchased and read the Oughtred book on clinker plywood boatbuilding. I have also done more research into this whole...
I appreciate all the constructive input. It would seem that there is enough resistance among everyone to glassing the boat that I will definitely...
I agree with your point about the prospect of fairing in the laps if they are glassed over. It will be a pain I am sure. As for wetted surface and...
I will do some testing before I fully commit to anything. From the discussion so far there appear to be many ways to skin this cat.
I'm a woodworker by trade so my plane irons are as sharp as my partner's tongue when she is displeased with me. I do not fear the lap bevels. I am...
I suppose that I've always liked the the look of these dories and always wanted to build one. I already had the Gardner book. Also, not to...
This is all great news. I was worried from the tone of the initial responses that I was missing something. I felt Gerr’s scantling rules were a...
Ok, now I feel better. The 13’4” boat by Chamberlain via Gardner is the boat I have lofted. From all the similar sized designs I have looked at it...
Agreed. The hull will be glassed and painted inside and out.
After reading the responses so far I want to be clear as to the scantlings so that everyone is talking about the same boat. It’s 13’4” LOA and...
Lesser? I feel as if there are quite a few examples out there but I guess it depends upon your perspective. I’m afraid that in my situation it’s...
Yes. I am sure I am overthinking it a bit, but since it’s my first attempt at building a sea beast I was inclined to be cautious. The design is...
Hello, I'm new here and in need of steering. I would like to build a small lapstrake dory which has a specified wood planking thickness of 1/2"...
