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"Lapstrake Boatbuilding" by Walter Simmons 1979 HC Lapstrake Boat Building In DJ

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"Lapstrake Boatbuilding" by Walter Simmons 1979 HC Lapstrake Boat Building In DJ

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by The Book Barn
August 13, 2026 5:00 PM EDT
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353 Indian Village Road
Shapliegh, ME, US 07076

VINTAGE 1979 Illustrated Hardcover Lapstrake Boat Building Reference In Dust Jacket. "Lapstrake Boatbuilding" by Walter Simmons. HARDCOVER 1979 International Marine Publishing Company 1st Edition stated 2nd Printing on copyright page. Exactly as shown in listing scan(s). Nice Collectible hardcover copy In Dust Jacket.

"Here's a book that fills in all those gaps left by introductory boatbuilding books. It's practically guaranteed to make you a better boatbuilder. Water Simmons shares his philosophy of traditional boatbuilding and a myriad of little details and tricks of the trade that he has perfected because they work best for him."

Profusely illustrated with photos & drawings. Previous owner's name/date on 1st blank end paper, o/w internally tight & unmarked. Binding Exterior: Lower rear edge of rear cover discolored, but all lettering/decoration bright. NO REMAINDER MARK NOT X-LIBRARY. Light edge wear to SELDOM PRESENT $15.00 unclipped DJ.

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  • Condition: Very Good Condition

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