The Gaff Rig Handbook : History, Design, Techniques, Developments
by
John Leather
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
1408114402
ISBN-13
9781408114407
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint
Adlard Coles Nautical
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Oct 15th, 2009
Print length
240 Pages
Weight
590 grams
Dimensions
27.60 x 20.90 x 1.50 cms
Product Classification:
Ship design & naval architectureShip design and naval architecture
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A handbook for those designing, building, rigging or sailing gaff rigged craft. It provides an insight into the design, history, techniques and developments of gaff rigs, and outlines the practical aspects of the masts, spars, sails, running and standing rigging.
This is the internationally regarded definitive handbook for anyone designing, building, rigging or sailing gaff rigged craft. It provides a fascinating insight into the design, history, techniques and developments of a rig which has evolved through the centuries. John Leather outlines the practical aspects of the masts, spars, sails, running and standing rigging, and contrasts the development of the gaff rig in Britain, America, Scandinavia and France. 'Regarded internationally as the definitive book for anyone designing, building, rigging or sailing a gaff-rigged vessel.' Kelvin Hughes 'The book's longevity says it all.' Water Craft
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