Isbn: 9780937822784 - the making of tom cat: a fathom wide, by two-plus long, and half a fathom deep (8 resultados)

Hardback. Condición: Good. You'll enjoy this? part story, part boatbuilding manual of a small, beetle-cat-like boat, from a legendary designer with probably more of his creations built than any other person. You'll find out not only how the boat is built, but also how the design came to be from someone with a (long ) lifetime of fooling around with boats. As told from Toad's Landing, on an island off British Columbia, it becomes quite apparent that whimsy and fun are not limited to young boys and girls. The first thing you may notice about Tom Cat is the handsome cuddy. The next thing to realize is she is constructed with a combination of the traditional-plank-on-frame (carvel) and modern-epoxy for the seams. The result is a rugged boat which doesn't require the swelling of planks, or the recaulking of seams in the years to come. If you are just too pure a traditionalist for epoxy, of course you can plank and caulk.…

Condición: good. Signs of wear and consistent use.

First Edition. A near fine copy -- overall very clean, bright and structurally sound. We provide PROTECTIVE packaging. Photos of our books are always available upon request. SELLING USED AND RARE BOOKS ON ABE SINCE 1997 AND IN OUR STORE IN THE BERKSHIRES FROM 1987 TO 2015.

Condición: good. Supports Goodwill of Silicon Valley job training programs. The cover and pages are in Good condition! Any other included accessories are also in Good condition showing use. Use can include some highlighting and writing, page and cover creases as well as other types visible wear.

Hardcover. Condición: As New with no dust jacket. Part story, part boatbuilding manual--of a small, Beetle-cat-like boat, from a legendary designer. 51 pages, great drawings and color photos.; 8 1/2 x 11 ".

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. First American Edition.

hardcover. Condición: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Hardcover. Condición: Near New. First Edition / First Printing. This book was purchased from the Estate of Olin J. Stephens II (1908-2008) American Yacht Designer, and associated with America's Cup Races. Please ask about our other Maritime books purchased from this Estate. 51pp, printed on fine glossy paper, bound in illustrated covers, binding and hinges tight, illustrated throughout. NO LABELS, INSCRIPTIONS, NOR MARKINGS. Part story, part boat building manual for building a 12' 6" Tom Cat boat.…