A reader from Gloucester wrote telling of his boatbuilding project and sending a few pics. When I saw the first picture I had a thrill in seeing the striking similarities with Sjogin. All photos courtesy of Matt B.
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It’s been a seven year project so far for Matt, building this classic in his spare time and working as a professional boatbuilder. Nice pic.
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And she’s fastened with trunnels; tapered wood dowels that are driven through the planks and frames. A very old technology well used here. Note the sweep of the grain in the floor timber.
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She’ll have a small cabin with a curved front. Maybe just big enough for a small stove and a berth flat.
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This is the framing for the cabin sides and coaming. Looks like there’ll be plenty of sprawling room.
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Forward hatch being fit. Classic details and workmanship.
Nice bit of work Matt. Hope to see more evidence of your progress.
Russ
Russ, this is a very nice looking project. A perfect addition to Sjogin’s archive. Excuse me while I wipe off the drool.
A pleasure to see , congratulations !