chas Posted July 11, 2012 Report Share Posted July 11, 2012 After 8 plus months, Lark had her first official sail in Pamlico Sound. The hull is the Selway-Fisher Chincoteage Skiff. I didn't like the gaff rig that is specified in the plans--It just didn't seem right. I really liked the look of the ketch rig of the Bessie Lee chincoteague skiff, but a custom made set of sails wasn't in the budget. After some drawing and calculating, I thought the Coresound 17 rig would fit well, and fit my budget! Happily, I was correct! I haven't posted before this, but lurked in several discussions. Thanks to all who unknowingly were a great help in Lark's construction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Jones Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 Congratulations. It's always a thrill to see one you built take to the water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oyster Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 Thats a nice looking setup. What method and materials did you use in the building of the hull? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chas Posted July 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 Thanks, Oyster! I used stich and tape (the plans also give an option for ply on frame). The hull is 6 mm meranti, transom is 3/4 inch birch and centerboard case 9 mm meranti. I used yellow pine for frames, seats, floorboards, etc. Skeg and coaming are white oak. Masts are solid laminated spruce, and the sprits are just closet rod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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