also found theHi - I am very impressed with the pictures of the St. Roch as your first build. I just got the St Roch from Billing Boats and found the instructions lacking and frustrating. For example, they do not tell you when to put the two halves together - this is probably obvious when you get to that stage. I am used to Artesania Latina instructions which have way more detail. I was hoping that doing this boat in two halves would help my issues with planking. I am never happy with the way my planking turns out. I have watched numerous Youtube videos, read every book I can get my hands on and tried different methods but nothing produces a nice smooth finish overall, and my worst problem, having the ends of the planks join smoothly to the keel or to the other side of the boat. My father was a wood model ship builder but passed away in 2021 so I have lost my advisor and the person I went to for help. Can anyone please offer suggestions, books, youtube videos or anything else you have found helpful in achieving a beautiful finished planking job. Also, are there other women who enjoy this hobby? Thanks everyone!
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