Boatbuilding Techniques Illustrated: The Classic Text

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Paperback
2005
$41.59

Sound woodworking skills are essential when building a boat from scratch or just completing a hull, whether it is made of steel, aluminium, GRP or any form of wooden construction. This highly illustrated book provides help any aspiring boatbuilder decide what materials and tools to use and how to use them. Richard Birmingham's classic text covers the wide range of techniques and skills needed when constructing a boat, from interpreting the plans to hints on working different timbers. He answers many of those puzzling questions which need to be solved in a refreshingly clear and direct manner. This book will prove an invaluable reference to the home builder or newly trained apprentice in a fitting out yard. 'An authoritative work...really excellent...an essential reference and quite the best on the subject.' Yachts & Yachting 'A must for any would-be boatbuilder...a splendid book.' Classic Boat

Synopsis

Sound woodworking skills are essential when building a boat from scratch or just completing a hull, whether it is made of steel, aluminium, GRP or any form of wooden construction. This highly illustrated book provides help any aspiring boatbuilder decide what materials and tools to use and how to use them. Richard Birmingham's classic text covers the wide range of techniques and skills needed when constructing a boat, from interpreting the plans to hints on working different timbers. He answers many of those puzzling questions which need to be solved in a refreshingly clear and direct manner. This book will prove an invaluable reference to the home builder or newly trained apprentice in a fitting out yard. 'An authoritative work...really excellent...an essential reference and quite the best on the subject.' Yachts & Yachting 'A must for any would-be boatbuilder...a splendid book.' Classic Boat

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 320
Edition: Ill
Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 25 Aug 2005
ISBN 10: 0713676213
ISBN 13: 9780713676211
Book Overview: The classic text on boatbuilding techniques, skills and procedures No other comprehensive manual on the use of wood in boatbuilding on the market Relevant for all hull materials - not just wood Aimed at DIY boatbuilders as well as trainee apprentices Well illustrated with explanatory diagrams and photographs

Media Reviews

'An authoritative work... really excellent... an essential reference and quite the best on the subject.' Yachts & Yachting 'A must for any would-be boatbuilder... a splendid book.' Classic Boat

Author Bio

Richard Birmingham has been involved in all aspects of the small craft sector of the marine industry including building, operating, designing and regulating small craft. He is currently Professor of Small Craft Design at Newcastle University.