Progress in the Shipyard ~ October 5, 2021

Scarf Jig

By Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association | Published October 10, 2021 | Full size is 3024 × 4032 pixels

Jason Brassard is carefully using our chainsaw cutting jig to prepare 12:1 scarf joints for the lamination of spars.  This method is how we will connect 30' and 40' long pieces of wood together to make masts and booms that will ultimately extend up to 80' long.

Big Lumber First Layer

Jason Brassard is carefully using our chainsaw cutting jig to prepare 12:1 scarf joints for the lamination of spars. This method is how we will connect 30′ and 40′ long pieces of wood together to make masts and booms that will ultimately extend up to 80′ long.

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