as evidenced by a new set of white oak frames, rabbated stem and steamed keel. Pictures below.
Breezy again today, 18 to 22 NNW, about 30 degrees. Low water as you can see below. Note Sjogin’s shadow on the bottom. Had a fire, hot sausage bread and tea as usual, finishing another chapter in my current Tilman book.
The frames are attached to the molds when hot by using wire ties. The ties are cut off as the planking progresses.
The stem is laminated Mahogany.
The mahogany keel is steamed fore and aft before fitting.
Clear late Winter water. There’s about a foot of water under Sjogin’s keel.