Originally Posted by
LesterOfPuppets
Yep, Dad bought it half-way built, BITD 1970 or so. Most of the frame was done, but we still had to build the centerboard trunk, skin the hull, and rig it. It's about 12' LOA, plans from a Dutch designer, IIRC.
It hasn't been on water since 1988 or so. I'm hoping to get her back in action soon. Needs a new mast and bottom paint at the very least.
Nice. That's a labor of love and something to be proud of. I'd love to see photos of it and encourage you to get it back on the water.
My dad built a kayak from plans and kept a photo journal of the whole build from the moment he got the idea. Chesapeake Light Craft "Ches 17".
He was going to build a sailboat before he got sick. I take the kayak out once in a while. This is the best photo I have of it in the water. I convinced my dad to not paint it, to just clearcoat the wood and leave it nude.
-Tim-