The PT Skiff is a wooden boat that was designed by Paul Bieker for builder Russell Brown of PT Watercraft. The boat was first built in 2009 by the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding’s Contemporary Boatbuilding class, with Brown as the build’s instructor. The boat is a stitch and glue kit that was CAD/CAM cut by Turnpoint Design of Port Townsend, WA.
The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding is located in Port Hadlock, WA and is a private, accredited non-profit vocational school that aims to teach and preserve the art of wooden boatbuilding and traditional maritime crafts. The school can be reached via email at info@nwboatschool.org or by phone at 360-385-4948.
The PT Skiff’s design includes wave joints, which make for fast and easy scarfing. The boat is built using the stitch and glue method, which involves drawing panels for the boat on a computer using CAD software, cutting them out of plywood, and then stitching them together with wire. Once the panels are stitched together, epoxy is used to bond the seams between them.
The result is a lightweight and sturdy boat that can be easily transported and launched. The PT Skiff is a versatile boat that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as fishing, cruising, or as a tender for larger boats. The boat can be powered by a variety of motors, from small electric motors to larger gas or diesel engines.
The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding’s Contemporary Boatbuilding class is just one of the programs offered by the school. The school also offers a Marine Systems program, which teaches students about marine electrical systems, engines, and other mechanical systems. In addition, the school offers a Wooden Boat Building program, which teaches students how to build boats using traditional methods and tools.
Overall, the PT Skiff is a well-designed and versatile boat that showcases the skills and craftsmanship taught at the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding. The boat is a great example of the school’s mission to preserve and teach traditional maritime crafts. With its lightweight and durable construction, the PT Skiff is sure to be a favorite among boaters for years to come.
Posted by Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding on 2009-01-27 21:48:00