The Building of a Wooden Ship Classic Reprint
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Hardcover
- New

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- Title
- The Building of a Wooden Ship Classic Reprint
- Author
- Chas G. Davis
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0364105836
- ISBN 13
- 9780364105832
- Item weight
- 421 grams
Navigate the craft of wooden shipbuilding with clarity and confidence.
This practical guide walks you through the anatomy of a wooden steamship, from the forward how to the aft stem, with clear explanations of terms, designs, and the steps used in construction. Rich with illustrations and diagrams, it helps readers visualize how components fit together and why the process matters.
This edition surveys the full scope of building a ship, including plans, mold loft work, frame assembly, planking, calking, and launching. It emphasizes real-world practices used in 1918-era shipyards, while presenting definitions that demystify the vocabulary every shipbuilder encounters. Ideal for students, hobbyists, and professionals seeking a solid, accessible introduction to traditional wood ship construction.- Learn the key parts of a ship and how they connect, from keel and frames to planking and fastenings.
- Explore the sequence of construction, including how plans translate into a completed hull.
- See common tools, terms, and diagrams that illuminate the molding, erection, and launching processes.
- Gain perspective on how design choices influence strength, balance, and water performance.
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