Prepare the Bottom of the Hull out of a piece of wood 1 inch thick, making it of the shape and dimensions shown in [Fig. 51]. Be careful to curve the side edges the same. Use a saw for cutting out the piece, then smooth up the edges with a plane and sandpaper. The stern should be sawed off on a bevel as shown in [Fig. 52].
Fig. 51.—Diagram of Hull.
The Sides of the hull (B, [Figs. 52] and [53]) are thin strips 2½ inches wide. Nail one to one edge of the bottom block, then saw off the bow end on a line with the bow of the bottom block, and the stern end on the same slant as the bevel cut on the stern of the bottom block. With one piece in position, nail on the second side and trim off its ends. If you have any difficulty in making a neat joint between the bow ends of sides B, take a piece of tin from a can, bend it around the bow, and tack it in place as shown in [Fig. 48]. The stern piece (C, [Figs. 53] and [54]) should be cut next, to fit the slanted ends of the sides.
Figs. 52 and 53.—How the Hull, Sides, Stern and Deck Pieces are Assembled.
The Deck (D) extends from the bow almost to the center of the boat. Its top surface should taper in its length and curve from side to side. The piece may be whittled or planed to this shape. Fasten it with brads to the top edges of the sides of the boat.