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DESIGNS
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FOR SHARPIES, DORIES & PUNTS
(PLYWOOD - STITCH & TAPE)
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We have 18 designs for
sharpies & dories on this page - all for easy construction.
Note -
In the particulars for each design, the dry weight is given for guidance
only and will vary depending on the grade/density of plywood and solid
wood used - different thicknesses of ply are often used by builders and
the dry weight figure is based on the thinnest ply specified.
Also the Guidance Use comments are given in good faith and are based on
feedback from previous builders etc and based on standard weight adults
- contact us if you want further clarification before ordering/building.
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DRAKE
11' SHARPIE
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The DRAKE series of ply sharpies are based upon very simple construction
methods. Pre-shaped side panels are bent round frames and transom. An external
chine stringer is then added followed by the bottom panel. The plans show basic
construction and rig but the designs may be adapted for many different uses, ie.,
open motor fishing, beach camping, coastal trekking etc. The North American
sharpie, upon which these designs are based, is a study in functional
simplicity. They have high initial stability and are efficient sailing boats.
You cannot really get a more simple shape to construct and yet their simplicity
belies the sailing pleasure that sharpies give. The Drake 11 is an 11x 4
simple ply rowing skiff or sailing sharpie. For 1/4 or 3/8 ply.
Sprit rig is shown but may be adapted to any rig. Note that details can be
given, if required, for stitch and tape construction. |
Drake 11' Sharpie Particulars |
LOA |
11' |
3.36m |
Beam |
4' |
1.22m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'
3 1/2" |
0.39m |
Draft |
4
1/2"/3'3" |
0.11/0.99m |
Sail
Area |
55
sq.ft |
5.12
sq.m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
70
lbs |
31.7
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Sharpie
- flat bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Ply
on frame and stitch and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
4
1/2 sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood. |
Guidance
Use |
2-3
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package
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2
x A1 drawings + 5 x A4 instruction sheets |
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DRAKE 11'SHARPIE PLANS
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DRAKE 13' SHARPIE
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The DRAKE 13 fits snuggly between the 11 and 18 footers and offers a
lighweight and roomy dinghy/dayboat for family sailing. She can be built with or
without the centreboard and rig to offer a simple rowing boat that can be used
as a utility tender for fishing etc and which can take an outboard on the
transom or fully fitted out with the lug sail, centreboard and rudder, she will
offer a great boat for sailing and camping.
The drawings show two ways
to build the hull - traditional ply over frame with the framework set up on a
strongback or floor and the ply sides wrapped around the frames or, modern
stitch and tape construction. For ply over frame the chine stringer/log can be
internal or external.
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Right and below, an example under
construction by Michael Mountney.
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Right is an example by John
Larkin
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Drake 13' Sharpie Particulars |
LOA |
13' |
3.97m |
Beam |
4'
6" |
1.37m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'
4" |
0.41m |
Draft |
6"/2'6" |
0.15/0.77m |
Sail
Area |
65
sq.ft |
6.06
sq.m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
120
lbs |
54
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Sharpie
- flat bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Ply
on frame and stitch and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
5
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood. |
Guidance
Use |
3-4
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package
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4
x A1 drawings + 7 x A4 instruction sheets |
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DRAKE 13' SHARPIE PLANS
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DRAKE 15' 6" SHARPIE
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The DRAKE 15 has ben designed for a client who has already built the Drake
18 and now wants something lighter, more for personal rowing with the occasional
pasenger and some gear. The design has to be car-toppable and have the option to
sail.
A small standing lug has
been drawn to provide auxiliary power when not rowing and she will also take a
small outboard. To keep weight down and construction simple there is no
centreboard or daggerboard - the chines have been extended to help grip the
water and offer lateral resistance.
The drawings show two ways
to build the hull - traditional ply over frame with the framework set up on a
strongback or floor and the ply sides wrapped around the frames or, modern
stitch and tape construction. For ply over frame the chine stringer/log can be
internal or external.
The plans include the hull
panel and frames shapes for 2 versions - the original with an internal beam of
3'9" and a Mark 2 with a beam of 4'6".
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Drake 15' 6" Sharpie Particulars |
LOA |
15'
6" |
4.72m |
Beam |
3'
9" & 4'
6" |
1.14m
& 1.37m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'
4" |
0.41m |
Draft |
6" |
0.15m |
Sail
Area |
53
sq.ft |
4.95
sq.m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
159
lbs |
72
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Sharpie
- flat bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Ply
on frame and stitch and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
6-7
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood. |
Guidance
Use |
3-4
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package
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5
x A1 drawings + 7 x A4 instruction sheets |
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DRAKE 15' 6" SHARPIE PLANS
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DRAKE 18' SHARPIE
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A very simple 18x 52 ply sharpie drawn with a simple unstayed
sprit boom rig and a ply centreboard. Ideal for estuary cruising and an
excellent big boat for first time construction. In its basic form 10
sheets of 3/8 ply and 1 sheet of 1/2 ply are used.
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Below is an example of
the Drake 18 by Adrian While.
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Drake 18' Sharpie Particulars |
LOA |
18' |
5.49m |
Beam |
5'2" |
1.58m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'6" |
0.46m |
Draft |
5"/2'2" |
0.13/0.66m |
Sail
Area |
143
sq.ft |
13.3
sq.m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
441
lbs |
200
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Sharpie
- flat bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Ply
on frame and stitch and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
10
sheets of 9mm + 1 sheet of 12mm Exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
5
+ adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
2
x A1 drawings + 3 x A4 instruction sheets |
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DRAKE 18' SHARPIE PLANS
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ACORN 11'6" GARVIE
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Again following the North
American theme of solid working craft that are sadly no longer with us we have
in the Acorn a sweet little craft which, with modern materials and methods, is
easily built. Originally designed for carrying small cargoes she has, like her
ancestors bags of carrying capacity and plenty of stability both fore and aft
and transversely. She is the perfect tender for the larger boat or a safe
estuary cruiser and fishing boat. Whilst a replica in shape, she uses modern
building technology and with a double thickness bottom uses just over 5 sheets
of 1/4 ply. She is 116x 44. |
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Above is an
example by Peter Lawson initially using a Mirror 11 mainsail. |
Acorn 11'6" Garvie Particulars |
LOA |
11'6" |
3.5m |
Beam |
4'4" |
1.32m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'4" |
0.4m |
Draft |
5
1/2"/2'3" |
0.14/0.69m |
Sail
Area |
57
sq.ft |
5.3
sq.m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
75
lbs |
34
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom, single chine, garvie bow |
Construction
Method |
Ply
on frame and stitch and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
5
1/2 sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
2
adults sailing - 3 adults rowing/motoring |
Drawing/Design
Package |
2
x A1 drawings + 6 x A4 sheets of instruction sheets |
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ACORN 11'6" GARVIE PLANS
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17'6" KINGFISHER GARVIE
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Following the traditional North American theme
is this unusual craft. She is of simple 3/8 ply hard chine, flat bottom
construction over stout pine frames, with a simple unstayed sprit rig. The
original craft were used for fishing and cargo carrying on estuaries and creeks.
She has room for a family of 6 and their gear, and could be adapted for some
sleeping accommodation under a boom tent.
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17'6" Kingfisher Garvie Particulars |
LOA |
17'6" |
5.34m |
Beam |
5' |
1.53m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'
4 1/2" |
0.42m |
Draft |
8"/2'
6" |
0.2/0.76m |
Sail
Area |
80
sq.ft |
7.44
sq.ft |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
430
lbs |
195
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom, single chine, garvie bow |
Construction
Method |
Ply
on frame and stitch and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
4
1/2 sheets of 6mm + 6 sheets of 9mm exterior or marine plywood. |
Guidance
Use |
4-5
adults sailing |
Drawing/Design
Package |
4
x A1 drawings + 2 x A4 instruction sheets |
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17' 6" KINGFISHER GARVIE PLANS
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11'6" EIDER DUCK PUNT
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The Eider is a simple plywood duck punt suitable
for river and canal rowing and some quiet fishing. We have given her a small
transom stern to allow more stowage space and so that she could take a small
petrol or electric outboard if required. She is 11'6" long and the plans
give the panel shapes for two versions, one with a beam of 3'11" and the
other with a beam of 3'4". The larger beam version is ideal for fishing and
for taking passengers, whilst the narrower beam version can be used for serious
single rowing. 4 sheets of 6mm ply are used and the construction method is
simple stitch and tape keeping weight to a minimum. She could be used with a
simple sail and leeboard.
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11'6" Eider Duck Punt Particulars |
LOA |
11'6" |
3.5m |
Beam |
3'
11" and 3'4" |
1.19m
and 1.02m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
9" |
0.23m |
Draft |
3
1/2" |
0.09m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
90
lbs |
40.8
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Stitch
and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
4
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
Usually
single adult |
Drawing/Design
Package |
1
x A1 drawing + 4 x A4 instruction sheets |
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11'6" EIDER DUCK PUNT PLANS
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15' 'V' BOTTOMED RUDDY
DUCK PUNT
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The
Ruddy Duck has been based upon our simple flat bottomed Eider Duck Punt.
We were asked to alter her for more serious rowing by a crew of 2 so we
went for a double ended hull shape with a V bottom and more
rocker. The plans give details for both simple stitch & tape and
ply-over-frame construction techniques. Details for the outriggers are
given and she could take a simple sail plan with either a daggerboard or
leeboards.
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15' 'V' Bottomed Ruddy Duck Punt Particulars |
LOA |
15' |
4.58m |
Beam |
3'
6" |
1.07m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'
1 1/2" |
0.34m |
Draft |
5" |
0.13m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
170
lbs |
77
kg |
Hull
Shape |
V
bottomed single chine double ended |
Construction
Method |
Ply
over frame and stitch
and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
5-6
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
2
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
2
x A1 drawing + 5 x A4 instruction sheets |
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15' 'V' BOTTOMED RUDDY DUCK PUNT PLANS
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15'3" SHELDUCK DUCK
PUNT
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The Shelduck Duck
Punt is a simple plywood punt suitable
for river and canal rowing and some quiet fishing. Although she has the flat
bottom of the Eider Duck punt, she is double ended like the Ruddy Duck
punt.
Construction is
stitch and tape but details are also given for construction using the
ply over frame method.
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15'
3" Shelduck Punt Particulars |
LOA |
15'3" |
4.65m |
Beam |
3'11" |
1.19m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
10
1/2" |
0.27m |
Draft
(approx. loaded) |
4" |
0.10m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
170
lbs |
77
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Stitch and tape
or ply over frame |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
6
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
2-4
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
2
x A1 drawing + 6 x A4 instruction sheets |
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15' 3" SHELDUCK DUCK PUNT PLANS
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10' GRAND BANKS
DORY
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A simple ply Grand Banks
Dory for stitch and tape construction using just 3 sheets of 6mm plywoodshe
may have stowage/buoyancy compartments in the ends and could take an
electric outboard motor.
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Below is
an example by Tim Garec |
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10 Grand Banks Dory Particulars |
LOA |
10' |
3.05m |
Beam |
4'6" |
1.38m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'
4 1/2" |
0.42m |
Draft |
6" |
0.15m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
60
lbs |
27
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine - dory type with narrow transom |
Construction
Method |
Stitch
and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
3
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
1-2
adults - 3 occasionally |
Drawing/Design
Package |
2
x A1 drawings + 5 x A4 instruction sheets |
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10' GRAND BANKS DORY PLANS
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12'10" SIGNET DORY
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1210 x 310, (24 beam at
chine). Approx. wht. 55 lbs. A delightful little fun dory for single fishing and
rowing. The plans show a simple unstayed sprit boom sailing rig with a hook on
leeboard although she will also take a daggerboard. Can be built in 2 identical
halves which fit inside each other for car topping on a Mini. Construction is
simple stitch and tape and basic DIY materials can be used. Details are also
given in the plans for a transom version - see above.
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12' 10" Signet Dory Particulars |
LOA |
12'
10" |
3.91m |
Beam |
3'
10" |
1.17m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
12
1/4" |
0.31m |
Draft |
4
1/2" |
0.11m |
Sail
Area |
36
sq.ft |
3.35
sq.m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
55
lbs |
24.9
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine double ended dory type - drawings also give
details for a wide transom modification and a version with wider
bottom beam. |
Construction
Method |
Stitch
and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
3
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
1
adult (2 in wide transom version) |
Drawing/Design
Package |
3
x A1 drawings + 5 x A4 instruction sheets |
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14' EXE DORY
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The
original Exe 14 plans have been redrawn and updated and as well as
including the details for a simple sliding seat (see above), the plans
now also include details for a fixed central rowing thwart - see below. |
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Looking for an enjoyable
way to exercise, and a pleasurable few weekends working with your hands? If so,
then the 14ft. EXE DORY will certainly meet your requirements. Very simple in
construction, using the stitch and tape method to produce a strong and
lightweight hull, she has been specifically designed as a single handed
training/exercise craft. The 14ft. EXE DORY is light enough to be taken off and
onto the roof of a car and, with its removable trolley, transported to the
water, by one person. With a length of 14ft. and with her two additional seats,
she is also ideal for 2/3 to go fishing in. Buoyancy
is built-in at each end for safety. Construction is a delight with no
arkward shaping or heavily twisted panels - or time consuming framework.
Building time is approximately 45 hours. |
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Below is an
example by Chris bell and pupils from the Chase School Malvern.
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14' Exe Dory Particulars |
LOA |
14' |
4.27m |
Beam |
3'
11" |
1.19m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'
3" |
0.38m |
Draft |
4" |
0.1m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
70
lbs |
32kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine dory type |
Construction
Method |
Stitch
and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
3
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
Single
adult (+ 2 children or gear) |
Drawing/Design
Package |
3
x A1 drawings + 5 x A4 instruction sheets |
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Based upon two
EXE DORY hulls, this nippy little catamaran makes the ideal beach boat and
swimming platform for the family. Existing EXE DORIES can be converted and the
whole catarmaran is demountable for easy transport. So, instead of having a
catarmaran, you in fact have, an exciting beachboat/catarmaran converting to two
rowing/training dories. Construction for the hulls is the same as that for the
EXE DORIES using simple stitch and tape techniques. Each 14 dory requires
three sheets of 1/4 plywood and weighs approximately 70 lbs. The DOCAT has
a sail area of 70 sq.ft. and uses a similar sail plan to that of the Highlander
12. However, if you have a spare rig from a similar sized boat, this could also
be incorporated. The beam of a 14 EXE hull is 311 across the gunwale
and 2 across the chine.
NOTE - the plans have
now been redrawn and updated.
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Docat Particulars |
LOA |
14' |
4.27m |
Beam |
10'9" |
3.28m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'3" |
0.38m |
Draft |
4"/2'3" |
0.1/0.69m |
Sail
Area |
72
sq.ft |
6.7
sq.m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
200
lbs |
91
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine dory type |
Construction
Method |
Stitch
and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
6
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
2-3
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
2
x A1 drawing + 3 x A4 instruction sheets |
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14' EXE DORY PLANS
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18' EXE DORY
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The above example is by
Rex Visher.
The 18' Exe Dory has been redrawn for simple stitch and tape
construction using 5 sheets of 9mm (3/8) ply in its construction. Beam is 45 1/2
across the gunwales and 23 across the chine. Weight is approximately
200 lbs. The overall shape is similar to that of the 14 footer, but this craft
has been designed as a large open fishing/workboat for three or four people to
use. As with the North American fishing dories, these boats can be stacked one
on top of the other, and cheap materials could be used in their construction.
The plans also show details of a sailing rig with rudder and daggerboard and a
5'6" beam version.
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18' Exe Dory Particulars |
LOA |
18' |
5.49m |
Beam |
4'
5 1/2" and 5'6" |
1.36
and 1.68m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
1'
4" |
0.4m |
Draft |
4
1/2"/2'6" |
0.11/0.76m |
Sail
Area |
70
sq.ft |
6.5
sq.m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
200
lbs |
91
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine - dory shape |
Construction
Method |
Ply
over frame and stitch and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
5
x 9mm of exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
3
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
4
x A1 drawings + 5 x A4 sheets |
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18' EXE DORY PLANS
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16' CAMBRIDGE PUNT
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The example shown in
the photos is by Keir Finlow-Bates.
We were asked by the Ibis Boatworks to develop a traditional punt for lake use
which would have a length that would come out of 2 sheets of plywood - so we
used the 20 Cambridge Punt (page DA13) as a basis - the result is a pretty
punt with a length of 154 (4.68m)and a beam of 43 (1.3m). Mid depth
is a generous 14 (0.35m). Details are shown for folding seats and an outboard
well - she can also be built in 2 halves for easy storage and simple
car-topping.
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16' Cambridge Punt Particulars |
LOA |
15'4" |
4.68m |
Beam |
4'3" |
1.3m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
14" |
0.35m |
Draft |
5
1/2" |
0.14m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
125
lbs |
56.7
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Stitch
and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
4-5
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
3-4
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
2
x A1 drawings + 10 x A4 instruction sheets |
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16'
CAMBRIDGE PUNT
PLANS
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20' CAMBRIDGE PUNT
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I have often been asked whether we had a traditional Thames or Oxbridge type
punt in our design catalogue - now an American client has asked us to draw up a
20' (6.01m) example for simple stitch and tape construction. She has a beam of
3'10" (1.17m) and mid depth of 13" (.32m). Aft is a storage
compartment/platform which may be sealed. 4 or 5 sheets of 6mm ply are used and
she is fitted out after the hull has been put together with simple frames which
give her a very traditional appearance.
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20' Cambridge Punt Particulars |
LOA |
20' |
6.01m |
Beam |
3'10" |
1.17m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
13" |
0.32m |
Draft |
5
1/2" |
0.14m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
155
lbs |
70
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Stitch
and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
6
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
4-5
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
2
x A1 drawings + 10 x A4 instruction sheets |
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20' CAMBRIDGE PUNT PLANS
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24' CAMBRIDGE PUNT
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This design is an extended 20' Cambridge type punt
but with proportionally more beam. Having said that, the beam can be
easily altered by changing the width of the bottom plank/panel and
frames.
Two methods of construction are shown - ply plank over frame using
a simple building jig and stitch and tape. the deign has storage and
decking at each end and could take 8 people - details for a simple seat
design are given with the drawings.
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24' Cambridge Punt Particulars |
LOA |
24' |
7.32m |
Beam |
5'7" |
1.70m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
15" |
0.38m |
Draft |
5
1/2" |
0.14m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
400
lbs |
181
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Stitch
and tape and ply plank over frame |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
8
sheets of 9mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
7-8
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
3
x A1 drawings + 11 x A4 instruction sheets |
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24' CAMBRIDGE PUNT PLANS
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18' x 33" SIMPLE
ESTATE PUNT
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A simple
ply over frame punt for general estate duties as well as river poling
not as shapely as our Cambridge punts but simple and efficientthe
plans show aft storage but she could be fitted out in many different
ways and could have a small outboard in a simple well.
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18' Simple Estate Punt Particulars |
LOA |
18' |
5.5m |
Beam |
33" |
0.84m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
14" |
0.36m |
Draft |
5" |
0.13m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
110
lbs |
50
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Ply
over frame |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
4
sheets of 6mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
3-4
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
1
x A1 drawing + 11 x A4 instruction sheets - includes hull
panel/frame shapes for a 10' x 3'7" (3.05 x 1.09m) version. |
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18' SIMPLE ESTATE PUNT PLANS
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15'9" DRIFT BOAT
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Drift
boats are usually used in tricky rivers with fast running currents and
rocky passages for fly fishing. The oarsman sits aft, facing forward and
uses the oars to manoeuvre the boat round rocks whilst the boat is carried
down river by the current. The fly fisherman stands forward braced against
the foredeck whilst he is fishing.
The seating is adjustable and by repositioning the seats, the boat
can be rowed conventionally. A very rugged design which can be built using
either conventional ply over frame methods or stitch and tape.
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15'
9" Drift Boat Particulars |
LOA |
15'9" |
4.8m |
Beam
(excl. rubbers) |
5'10" |
1.78m |
Width
of bottom |
3'10" |
1.17m |
Hull
Mid Depth |
2'
0 1/4" |
0.62m |
Draft
(approx. loaded) |
9" |
0.22m |
Approx.
Dry Weight |
298
lbs |
135
kg |
Hull
Shape |
Flat
bottom single chine |
Construction
Method |
Ply
over frame or stitch and tape |
Major
plywood requirements for hull |
7
sheets of 9mm exterior or marine plywood |
Guidance
Use |
3-4
adults |
Drawing/Design
Package |
3
x A1 drawing + 6 x A4 instruction sheets |
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15' 9" DRIFT BOAT PLANS
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