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Title: Great Book
Review: Like the previous reviewer, I built a boat from the first edition of this book, which I long since lost. I didn't find the newer glossy pages a problem; the finish is like a glossy magazine, but better paper. The full size plans included are a great value. Other books include offset tables, which can take some time (not to mention frustration the first time you do it) to loft. Most designers charge almost $100 for the full sized plans for each boat.The steps are great for a first time builder. Gilpatrick's methods tend to be more pragmatic and utilitarian than other authors. They're designed to be used, and used a lot. That said, a little bit of nice wood, and one could make these boats just as fancy as anyAlso the cedar strip paddle design is also unique and interesting, though I've yet to build it.
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