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American Scout C-2 Cargo Ship by Sterling Models

Design and Construction of Steel Merchant Ships by David Arnott 1955 Edition, still discusses wooden hatch covers as an alternative to steel pontoon covers, so you’re OK.

Roger
I knew it was on the edge of that timeline, Roger, but I didn't know the exact cutoff point. After this, I'm going to fantasy ships where I can make up stuff as I go along. Wait, that's pretty much what I do anyway, isn't it?
Vic
 
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