[JimRockfish]

Just something to read on a cold Winter night...

Published July 1951 - Mechanix Illustrated - A little before my time but provides insights into the past.

The author provides a complete breakdown of building times with grand total of 428 hrs. That sounds about right.

http://www.vintageprojects.com/boats/large-skiff.pdf (fairly large .pdf - loads in about 15 seconds)

 

[F6Forrest]

I grew up at the Jersey Shore watching Charles Hankins build his sea skiffs. He was famous for his 16' surf boats. I have a 26 footer built in 65 sitting in my yard. Maybe someday when I win the ....