Sailmaker's Apprentice by Emiliano Marino (2001, Trade Paperback)

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Publisher: International Marine ISBN 13: 9780071376426. Title: Sailmaker's Apprentice Item Condition: New. Author: Marino, Emiliano/ Erikson, Christine (ILT) ISBN 10: 0071376429. Will be clean, not soiled or stained.

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PublisherMcGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
ISBN-100071376429
ISBN-139780071376426
eBay Product ID (ePID)32307

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Book TitleSailmaker's Apprentice
Number of Pages512 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2001
TopicBoating, Sailing
IllustratorYes
GenreSports & Recreation
AuthorEmiliano Marino
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height1 in
Item Weight27.1 Oz
Item Length9.3 in
Item Width7.4 in

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Table Of ContentTables Preface Acknowledgments Introduction 1. A Ditty Bag Apprenticeship Tools; Materials; Cutting, Folding, and Marking the Cloth; Sewing; Finishwork 2. Sailing, Hulls, and Sails Where One Sails; Ergonomics; The Hull; Helm Balance 3. Rigs and Sails Rig Types The Square Rig; The Lug Rig; The Gunter Rig; The Sprit Rig; The Sprit-Boom Rig; The Wishbone Rig; The Full-Batten Rig; The Batwing Rig; The Gaff Rig; The Bermudan Rig; The Lateen Rig and the Settee Rig; The Polynesian Claw Rig Sail Types Working Sails; Auxiliary Sails; Stormsails; Riding Sails and Steadying Sails Sail Rig Configurations Cat Rig; Sloop Rig; Double-Headsail, Single-Masted Rigs; Double-Masted Cats; Ketch; Yawl; Schooner; Big-Boat Rig Configurations 4. Sail Shapes and Theory Lift; Separation, Drag, and Edge Vortices; Sail Shape; Sail Trim; Sail Interaction; Sail Materials and Construction 5. How Sails are Made The Business of Sailmaking; The Principles of Sail Design; The Sailmaking Process; Sailmaking Materials; The Tools of the Sailmaker 6. Making Your Own Sails Obtaining Measurements; Designing a Sail; Lofting and Seaming the Sail; Installing Cloth Reinforcements; Finishwork; Checking Out Your Sail; Sail Alterations and Adjustments 7. Sail Fittings: "Hardware" and "Software" Fittings Within Sails; Fittings Seized to Sails; Rigging Fittings 8. Sail Care and Maintenance Preventive Maintenance; Sail Storage; Tanbarking and the Preservation of Sails 9. Sail Repair and Restoration Damage Assessment; The Repair and Maintenance Kit; Making Repairs 10. Buying New or Used Sails Buying New Sails; Buying Used Sails; Surveying Used Sails 11. Sailbags and Sailcovers Sailbags; Sailcovers 12. Sail Handling, Trim, and Adjustment Bending a Sail; Setting a Sail; Sail Trim; Sail Shape; Getting the Most Out of a Gaff Rig; Sail Reduction; Sail Control and Management Appendix A. Glossary Appendix B. Sailmakers, Riggers, Brokers, and Cleaners Appendix C. Sources of Materials Appendix D. Bibliography Appendix E. Other Sources of Information Index
SynopsisLearn how to design, make, repair, improve, and maintain sails If you want to produce sturdy sails for daysailing and cruising, built of low-tech materials you can repair with a few simple tools, The Sailmaker's Apprentice can show you how. Emphasizing the handwork that distinguishes the highest-quality, most durable sails, sail pro Emiliano Marino tells you how to select a rig, introduces you to sail shape and theory, and then shows you -- step by step, with the help of over 700 detailed illustrations -- how to sew patches, hand sew rings, fix tears or frayed edges, and stitch seams, not to mention how to make your own sails, canvas sailcovers, and sailbags from scratch. A visual feast for the sailor as well as an indispensable guide for the mariner comprehensive apprenticeship, this hands-on reference is an illustrated tour of the world's rig and sail types, contemporary and historical.

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  • A "Must Read" for a self reliant sailor

    I've been sailing for over 60 yrs off & on. During the covid shutdown I have a bit more time on my hands so I decided to relearn sewing and sail repair. The wealth of knowledge in this book is beyond belief. There is so much information that I read the whole book and created my own index as I read. Now, when I am looking for a specific piece of information that I know is somewhere in the book I just look thru my personal index.. Emiliano Marino is a joy to read in "Small Craft Advisor" so I knew the book would be good but this is over the top. Jim W

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  • Great book!!

    This book is very informative and entertaining at the same time!

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  • Good book

    Item as described

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  • The best available

    It's the best resource available if you are planing to make your own sails.

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  • A new hobby

    I good read with plenty of large illustrations.

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