There’s hardly
another type of small craft that breathes so much
history and romance as a sturdy dory. In fact, the
first known reference to a dory dates as far back
as 1719! Henry David Thoreau built one for himself
in 1839 to do a little river cruising (took a week
to build it, but his brother helped).
New Zealand designer
John Welsford has interpreted the classic Bank dory
into an elegant and modern design that furnishes the
maximum in rowing ability for a relative minimum in
building time.
Our
kits are precision-cut by computer-controlled routers
from African mahogany plywood and other first-class
marine-grade materials. Fastenings and fittings are
bronze, stainless steel and nylon. All you need to
furnish is some space, some labor, a few hand tools,
and the glue and paint of your choice. No previous
boatbuilding experience is necessary. Our illustrated
manual provides step-by-step instructions, and our
technical staff is also available to answer any questions
during the building process.
Our
kits are precision-cut by computer-controlled routers
from African mahogany plywood and other first-class
marine-grade materials. Fastenings and fittings are
bronze, stainless steel and nylon. All you need to
furnish is some space, some labor, a few hand tools,
and the glue and paint of your choice. No previous
boatbuilding experience is necessary. Our illustrated
manual provides step-by-step instructions, and our
technical staff is also available to answer any questions
during the building process.