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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great place to start boatbuilding
If you have never built a boat and are afraid to get in over your head, this "How To" book offers the perfect beginner's project. The 11' 6" Shellback Dinghy is a great boat for kids or adults who want to get out and do some exploring or fishing in protected waters--good for rowing and sailing. You can build it from scratch or buy the kit which comes with a jig and...
Published on December 26, 2001 by thejake

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2 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Not a plan to build from.
I was under the impression that the boat in this book could be built from this book. Wrong! You need to purchase a set of plans or buy a kit.
Had I known this, I would not have made this purchase. I already know how to use the tools and have built several boats. I found little of interest in this book and do not recommend it at all.
Published on August 27, 2008 by D. L. Barrows


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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great place to start boatbuilding, December 26, 2001
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This review is from: How to Build the Shellback Dinghy (Paperback)
If you have never built a boat and are afraid to get in over your head, this "How To" book offers the perfect beginner's project. The 11' 6" Shellback Dinghy is a great boat for kids or adults who want to get out and do some exploring or fishing in protected waters--good for rowing and sailing. You can build it from scratch or buy the kit which comes with a jig and pre-cut pieces; so you don't need an elaborate shop. (...)
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Hello, The book arrived on time and in the condition stated by the seller. I would definitely do business with seller, again.

bob schena
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2 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Not a plan to build from., August 27, 2008
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I was under the impression that the boat in this book could be built from this book. Wrong! You need to purchase a set of plans or buy a kit.

Had I known this, I would not have made this purchase. I already know how to use the tools and have built several boats. I found little of interest in this book and do not recommend it at all.
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