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The Book Of Old Ships: From Egyptian Galleys To Clipper Ships |
- An Illustrated History of Ships
- Covers 3500 Years of Sailing History
- Filled With Superb Line Drawings
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- $10.95 (BK-0203)
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The Seaman's Friend: A Treatise On Practical Seamanship |
- The Practical Details of Traditional Seamanship
- Originally Published in 1879
- Every Detail of Life Aboard Ship
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- $10.95 (BK-0205)
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Old Fishing Lures & Tackle Identification & Value Guide |
- Filled With Historical & Value Information
- Many Charts, Tables & Appendices
- Excellent Photographs & Illustrations
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- $34.95 (BK-0274)
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A Shipyard In Maine: Percy & Small and the Great Schooners |
- The Last of the Great Wooden Ship Bulders
- Bath, Maine's Greatest Shipyard and Her Ships
- Illustrated With Great Photographs and Detailed Drawings
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- $49.95 (BK-0279)
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Scientific Instruments 1500-1900: An Introduction |
- A Superb Introduction to Scientific Instruments of Every Sort
- Astronomy, Surveying, Navigation, Calculation, Medicine & More
- Excellent Narrative Complemented by Great Color Photographs
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- No Longer Available (BK-0289)
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The Arts Of The Sail: Knotting, Splicing, & Ropework |
- Excellent Handbook on Basic Shipboard Skills
- More than 100 Detailed Illustrations
- Complex Nautical Procedures Made Easy
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- $11.95 (BK-0204)
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Blow For The Landing |
- Excellent Descriptions of Early Riverboats
- Glory Days of Steamboating Relived in Great Detail
- Filled with History, Photographs, and Terrific Tales
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- $29.95 (BK-0414)
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Top Of The Line Fishing Collectibles |
- Informative Overview of Various Fishing Paraphernalia
- Excellent Read for the Novice Collector
- Reflects Years of Work by Collectors Donna and Joseph Tonelli
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- $39.95 (BK-0430)
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Boat Joinery & Cabinetmaking |
- Highly Informative 3 Part Book
- Takes Boat Building to an Entirely Different Level
- Must Read for Both the Casual Tinkerer and Experienced Sailor
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- $24.95 (BK-0303)
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The Marlinspike Sailor |
- Expertly Written by Foremost Nautical Illustrator
- Classic Reference for the Sailor's Arts in Natural and Synthetic Rope
- Describes Basic Knots to Decorative Rope and Canvas Work
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- $15.95 (BK-0324)
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Boatbuilding |
- Practical Handbook and Boatshop Assistant
- Covers the Complete Process of Wooden Boat Construction
- Detailed Instructions and Illustrations even the Amateur Can Follow
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- $39.95 (BK-0337)
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American Sailing Ships |
- Explores Both Technical Detail and History of Sailing Ships
- Filled with Nearly 140 Photographs, Prints, and Plans
- Must Read for Anyone with an Interest in Sailing Ships
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- $10.95 (BK-0347)
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Nautical Antiques |
- A Nautical Items Collectors Dream
- Virtually Endless Selection of Nautical Artifacts
- Complete With Price Guide
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- $39.95 (BK-0382)
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Windjammers Of The Pacific Rim |
- A Fascinating History of the Commercial Sailing Schooner
- Brings the Golden Age of Wind Ships Alive
- Filled with Old Photographs and Stirring True Stories
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- $19.95 (BK-0415)
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Ship Models: How To Build Them |
- Complete Step-by-Step Instructions, Fully Illustrated and Diagrammed
- Highly Informative in Every Aspect
- Must-Read for Both the Amateur and Expert Modeler
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- $11.95 (BK-0206)
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The Yankee Whaler |
- A Comprehesive History of the Great Days of Whaling
- Well Illustrated and Very Well Written
- Illustrated with Nautical Art & Artifacts
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- $17.95 (BK-0562)
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Sailing Boats from Around The World |
- Documents the State of the Sailing Arts Ca. 1900
- Great Line Drawings of Sailing Boats from Around the World
- Includes Racing Boats, Work Boats and Many More
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- $27.95 (BK-0563)
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Classic Sailing-Ship Models in Photographs |
- The Greatest Ship Models of the Last 500 Years
- Accompanied by Historical Commentary
- Illustrated with Superbly Detailed Photos & Line Drawings
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- $24.95 (BK-0579)
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The Young Sea Officer's Sheet Anchor |
- An Authentic Look at the Maritime World of the 19th Century
- Illustrated with Superb Line Drawings
- Reprint of a mid-Nineteenth Century Edition
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- $20.95 (BK-0573)
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The Complete Book of Knots |
- Detailed Instructions on Tying More Than 100 Knots
- Illustrated with Excellent Line Drawings
- By the Founder of the International Guild of Knot Tyers
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- $18.95 (BK-0591)
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Building the Maine Guide Canoe |
- A Step-By-Step Guide to Building a Classic Ameriacn Boat
- Written by a Mainer Who Shares the Secrets of Canoe Making
- Illustrated with Clear Photographs & Line Drawings
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- No Longer Available (BK-0589)
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The Old Town Canoe Company |
- Covers a Centurys Worth of the Companys Rich History
- Fascinating Story of a Family Business That Grew with the Times
- Richly Illustrated and a Must-Read for the Canoe Enthusiast
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- $35.00 (BK-0594)
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The Art of Rigging |
- Widely Considered the Best Manual Ever Produced on Rigging the Sailing Ship
- Divided into 5 Easy-to-Follow Parts Filled with Helpful Diagrams
- For Modelists, Naval Historians, Sailing Buffs, and Armchair Skippers Alike
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- $13.95 (BK-0655)
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18 Traditional Navigational Tools |
- 8 1/2 X 11 Softbound
- 166 Pgs.
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- No Longer Available (BK-0629)
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Ship's Figureheads |
- Well Documented Description of Evolution of Ship's Figurehead
- Includes 100+ Illustrations and 32 Pages of Full Color Photos
- Must-Read for any Nautical Enthusiast
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- $24.95 (BK-0661)
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The Wood And Canvas Canoe |
- Comprehensive and Easy to Use Distillation of 25 Years Experience with Cano
- Step By Step Guide to Building or Restoring Your Own Canoe
- Great Photos & Clear Line Drawings of Canoe Construction & Repair
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- $19.95 (BK-0718)
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Building Classic Small Craft |
- Plans and Instructions for Building 47 Beautiful and Functional Boats
- Plans and Text Given for Each Design w/ Countless Helpful Diagrams
- Great if you're Fixing to Build a Boat, or Just Enjoy Reading About them
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- $49.95 (BK-0757)
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Canal Architecture |
- Thoroughly Describes & Illustrates these Permanent Reminders of Canal Life
- Contains Numerous Detailed Black & White Photographs
- Covers Particular Designs, Building Practices, and Finishes
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- $8.95 (BK-0899)
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Canal Arts and Crafts |
- Story of the Canal Boaters and Their Way of Life
- Features Sections on Boatwomen's Crafts, Narrowboats, Collectibles, & More
- Contains Numerous Black & White Vintage Photographs
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- $8.95 (BK-0898)
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Barometers |
- All About This Helpful Weather Forecasting Tool
- Includes Countless Black & White Photographs and Detailed Illustrations
- Features Sections on its Origin, Home & Aneroid Barometers, and More
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- No Longer Available (BK-0914)
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The Shipcarver's Handbook: Design & Execute Traditional Carvings |
- Revised & Expanded Edition of a Classic Marine Carving Handbook
- Numerous Photos & Diagrams Make the Material Very Accessible
- Will Inspire & Encourage All Curious About this Traditional Art
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- $19.95 (BK-0779)
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Naval Cannon |
- Sweeping Survey of the History of the Naval Cannon
- Covers Types of Gun, Weight of Shot & Range, Details of Carriages, etc.
- Features Countless Fascinating Vintage Black & White Photos & Illustrations
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- $8.95 (BK-0922)
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Ships' Figureheads |
- Traces the Complete History of these Historical Carvings & their Themes
- Filled with Black & White Photos of Beautiful Figureheads
- Will Please Anyone Interested in Figureheads, Carving & Maritime
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- $8.95 (BK-6145)
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Ships' Figureheads |
- Traces the Complete History of these Historical Carvings & their Themes
- Filled with Black & White Photos of Beautiful Figureheads
- Will Please Anyone Interested in Figureheads, Carving & Maritime
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- $8.95 (BK-6144)
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Victorian Tiles |
- Charts the Complete History of Victorian Tiles
- Features Important Information on Collecting, Manufacturers, Designers, etc
- Fully Illustrated with Both Color and Black & White Photos
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- $10.95 (BK-0988)
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Ships' Figureheads |
- Traces the Complete History of these Historical Carvings & their Themes
- Filled with Black & White Photos of Beautiful Figureheads
- Will Please Anyone Interested in Figureheads, Carving & Maritime
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- No Longer Available (BK-0960)
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Historic Ships |
- Provides an Account of How Ships Developed & a Wealth of Other Info.
- Covers the Early Years of Ships, Warships, Fishing Vessels, and More
- Numerous Detailed Black & White Photos Illustrated The Impressive Ships
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- $8.95 (BK-0944)
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American Merchant Ships 1850 - 1900 |
- One of the Most Revealing Documents of the Great Age of Sailing
- Recounts in a Thrilling Narrative the Histories of 322 Merchant Vessels
- Features Numerous Stirring Black & White Photos & Gallery of Ship Captains
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- No Longer Available (BK-1012)
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The Making of a Sailor; Sea Life Aboard a Yankee Square-Rigger |
- Republication of a Remarkable Journal of a Sailor Aboard the Akbar
- Numerous Period Photos Enhance the Firsthand Account of a Sailor's Life
- Sure to Entertain Maritime Buffs, Weekend Sailors & Armchair Skippers
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- $14.95 (BK-1021)
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Great Knots & How To Tie Them |
- Over 175 of the Most Useful, Practical, and Decorative Knots
- Step-by-Step Instructions of Each Individual Knot
- Photographs Illustrate Uses of Each Knot
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- $13.95 (BK-1059)
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Historic Ship Models |
- Over 2,500 Detailed Drawings, Diagrams, and Photographs
- Fifteen Page Glossary of Nautical Terms in Five Languages
- Important Tips for Beginners or Experts
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- No Longer Available (BK-1060)
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The Victorian Sailor |
- Enlightening Look at the Lifestlye of the British Sailor
- Shows How Sailors Were Depicted in Literature and Art
- Includes a Glossary of Nautical Terms
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- No Longer Available (BK-1043)
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Japanese Homes and Their Surroundings |
- Deals with Every Aspect of the Traditional Japanese Home
- Offers a Clear Insight Into the Japanese Dwelling & Way of Life
- Features 300+ Detailed Drawings by the Author
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- $20.95 (BK-1084)
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The Mississippi Steamboat Era in Historic Photographs |
- Stunning Array of Period Photos of Steamboat Life as it Really Was
- Images Depict: Staely Ships, Luxurious Interiors, Shipboard Life, & More
- Text is Filled with Detailed Info & Amusing Anecdotes
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- $20.95 (BK-1134)
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The Baltimore Clipper: Its Origin and Development |
- Detailed Chronicle of the History & Construction of the Baltimore Clipper
- Includes Authentic Plans and Details, Great for Model Builders
- Beautifully Illustrated with Illustrations and Diagrams
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- No Longer Available (BK-1189)
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Decoys North America's One Hundred Greatest |
- Select Representative Group of 100 of the Finest Decoys
- Illustrates Duck, Goose & Shorebird Decoys in Beautiful Full-Color
- Includes Folk Art Decoys to the Best 19th & 20th Century Decoys
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- $49.95 (BK-1262)
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The Barrier Islands |
- Eloquent Record of How Island Life Used to Be
- Countless Period Photos Help Tell the Fascinating Story
- Covers the Islands' Heyday to the Eventual Decline
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- $26.95 (BK-1263)
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The Complete Canvasworker's Guide |
- Learn to Construct an Endless Variety of Gear for a Boat
- Includes Step-by-Step Instruction with Numerous Detailed Diagrams
- Includes: Bimini Boat Tops, Boat Covers, Bosun's Chair, Flags, etc.
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- $19.95 (BK-1267)
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The American-Built Clipper Ship |
- Features in Exquisite Detail 152 Clippers
- Covers Every Aspect of Design & Construction
- Includes Nearly 160 Detailed Illustrations
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- $65.00 (BK-1266)
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Historic Sail |
- Beautiful Panorama of Some of the Most Elegant Ships Ever Built
- Illustrated in Full-Color & Accompanied by Insightful Text
- Includes: Galleys & Galleons, Warships, Yachts & Clippers, Carracks, etc.
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- $85.00 (BK-1265)
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The Splicing Handbook 2nd Ed. |
- One of a Kind, New & Expanded 2nd Edition
- With Easy to Understand Instructions & Detailed Diagrams
- Learn to Make a Key Lanyard, Quick & Easy Knots, or Make Your Own Rope
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- $13.95 (BK-1269)
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The Essential Knot Book 2nd Ed. |
- Revised, Expanded and Updated 2nd Edition
- Covers all the Knots, Bends, Hitches, Whippings & Splices
- Filled with Clear Instruction & Helpful Diagrams and Photos
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- $9.95 (BK-1270)
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Provincetown Discovered |
- Tells the Fascinating Story of Picturesque Provincetown
- Beautiful Pictorial of Landscapes, Quaint Cottages, Seashores and More
- Must for Anyone who Appreciates the Beauty of Provincetown
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- $12.95 (BK-1233)
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Boatbuilding Manual |
- One of the Most Widely Read Texts on the Subject
- Covers: Plans, Tools, Woods, Fastenings, Setting Up, Framing..etc!
- Filled with Helpful Illustrations & Hints and Reccomendations
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- $34.95 (BK-1304)
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When A Loose Cannon Flogs A Dead Horse There's the Devil to Pay |
- Takes the Mystery Out of Seafaring Lingo
- Discover the Seafaring Words Found in Everyday Speech
- Learn "Scuttlebutt", "Hells Bells" "3 Sheets to the Wind" and More!
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- $9.95 (BK-1303)
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Canvaswork & Sail Repair |
- All you Need to Tackly Nearly Any Canvas Project
- Easily Create: Sails & Sailcovers, Flags, Awnings, Cushion Covers, etc.'
- Clear Step-by-Step Instruction & Numerous Helpful Diagrams
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- $21.95 (BK-1305)
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The Sextant Handbook |
- Filled with Detailed Illustrations, Photos & Diagrams
- Covers: Assembly, Avoiding Problems, Rough Weather Sightings, etc.
- Revised & Updated Edition Written by an Expert in the Topic
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- $15.95 (BK-1322)
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The Complete Rigger's Apprentice |
- Contains All the Tools & Techniques for Modern & Traditional Rigging
- Covers: Knots, Repairing a Mast & Shroud, Rope Trcks, and Much More
- Features Clear Directions & Dozens of Helpful Illustrations
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- $39.95 (BK-1334)
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The Sailmaker's Apprentice |
- Includes All the Basics of Traditional Sailing
- Covers: Sailing, Rigs, Sail Shapes & Theory, Care & Maintenance, etc.
- Filled with 700 Detailed Illustrations & Diagrams
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- $39.95 (BK-1323)
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Lighthouses Of New England |
- Details the Fascinating History of Lighthouses in New England
- Stunning Color Photos Bring the Lighthouses to Life
- Includes Info on Architecture, Daily Life of Keepers, Maintenance, etc.
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- $29.95 (BK-1361)
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Old Boston In Early Photographs, 1850-1918 |
- Detailed Black & White Photos Offer a Real Sense of Old Boston
- Features Extended Captions Filled with Historical Detail
- See: the Freedom Trail, Quincy Market, Great Fire of 1872, South End, etc.
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- $17.95 (BK-1370)
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Lighthouses Of The Pacific Coast |
- Takes You on a Whirlwind Tour of the Pacific Coast Lighthouses
- Includes Stunning Color Photos, Fascinating Stories, Travelers Guide, etc.
- Covers the Life of Keepers, Maintenance, Architecture and More
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- $29.95 (BK-1350)
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Marine Art & Antique Jack Tar: A Sailor's Life |
- Tells the Fascinating Story of the Lives of Sailors
- Chapters Cover: Day to Day Life, Sweethearts, Perils of the Sea, and More
- Beautifully Illustrated in Full-Color
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- $65.00 (BK-1402)
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Canoe Paddles A Complete Guide To Making Your Own |
- Learn to Create Canoe Paddles as Beautiful as they are Functional
- Filled with Step-by-Step Instructions, Illustrations & Detailed Diagrams
- Covers: Care & Repair, Varnishing, Paddlemaking in Native Tradition, etc.
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- $24.95 (BK-1442)
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Canoecraft An Illustrated Guide to Fine Woodstrip Construction |
- Now Features 5 New Designs & Dozens of Additional Photos
- Also Features Info on Carving a Paddle, Tips & Techniques, and More
- Chapters Cover: Preparations, Fine Details, Classic Care, etc.
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- $19.95 (BK-1443)
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Lightship Baskets of Nantucket |
- Includes the History of the Basket & Current Values
- Over 115 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 120 PGS.
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- $24.95 (BK-1954)
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The Woodwright's Work Book |
- Features Step-by-Step Instructions for a Large Selection of Great Projects
- All Projects Illustrated w/ Clear, Detailed Photos and Measured Drawings
- Included are Plans for Tool Chests, Workbenches, Lathes, and Much More
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- $22.50 (BK-0000)
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