Whaleboat Traditional and modern boatbuilding

1. All new frames in place and painted

2. Test: reinforcing the split mahogany plank with oak timbers instead of a fiberglass solution

3. Replaced corroded metal bulkhead

4. New floor timbers and stainless steel rods

Steam bent oak, copper riveted.

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The Ommelander was built in 1939, with a teak hull, deck and transom, and oak frames and keel.
She has an overall length of 8,10 meter, is 2,30 meter wide, and with a displacement of 4,6 tonnes she's one hell of a project.
Expect to see frequent updates!