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Bahamas Dinghy Henning 05 Nov 23 Need Ideas Identifying Geegaws and Doodads
5 novembre 2023 · 13 min · 717 vues · Virginia
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A 12-foot Bahamas dinghy, built between 1937 and 1941 and currently undergoing restoration in Virginia, features traditional carvel planking made from native woods including Madera mahogany, dogwood, and corkwood.1:41 The vessel, named Stingy, arrived in the United States shortly after construction and retains original bronze hardware, patent swivel oarlocks, and natural-crook framing.1:22 A previous owner applied fiberglass and polyester resin to the hull in the 1950s, which is now being removed to restore the wood’s ability to breathe.2:27 The restoration project seeks to identify the original purpose of various fittings, including specific holes in the thwarts, mast steps, and screw eyes that may have supported a shoulder-of-mutton sail plan or traveler bridle.9:08 The owner is crowdsourcing information regarding the original configuration of the floorboards and the function of unidentified cleats and fairleads.11:50 Removing the 1950s-era fiberglass reveals solid, well-preserved timber beneath the adhesive remnants.10:02
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