The art and science of boatbuilding is rumored to be the pinnacle of the carpentry trade. The fair curve is it's basis. You look along a curve and it should have neither high or low spots but be fair, sweet to the eye, I guess you could say.
In actuality, it's not that mysterious. Follow this simple recipe and you could build yourself a boat. It will be fun.
materials
55 Gallon Drum of E-Bond Part A epoxy
55 Gallon Drum of E-Bond Part B epoxy
3,000 board feet of wood
1 Quart of Schlitz malt liquor
tool
15 amp Black and Decker Wildcat Model Grinder
In a large mixing bowl , mix first three materials thoroughly and allow to harden overnight.
Use tool to grind off whatever doesn't look like a boat.
Break quart of Schiltz over the bow and set sail.
Bon Voyage.
I hadn't realized how simple it would be.
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