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 St. Pierre Dory
A traditional design, believed to have originated in the 1700s, that is used for coastal and inland fishing, assisting larger boats, and loved for its ease of handling. There are modern wooden boat manufacturers still using the St. Pierre dory design.
A dory is a flat bottomed boat with the side and the bottom planks running lengthwise. There is no keel other than the bottom plank boards. They are useful for exploring along shorelines because of their flat bottom. Plans are available by doing a search on the Internet.
This model was built at 1"=1'-0" scale and is powered by wind and there are battery operated servos and a remote control radio that maneuver the sails. Although having 'sunk' twice in the river behind our home, it is a beauty to watch.
The original centerboard was too small - thus the capsizing - and I replaced it with a heavier brass centerboard which seemed to work well in breezy conditions.
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| Another view from the bow |
Closeup of the Interior |
Flat keel of a Dory |
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| Interior showing the cabin door |
Profile inside |
Profile outside |
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| Side view from the stern |
View looking at the bow |
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St. Pierre Dory | Versatile | Mackinaw
William Underwood | Early Tide | Provider | Monterey | Vicki Lou
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