Friday, 24 November 2023

Last Stage - Keel Shoe (posted in the wrong order ...)

 


Hanging in the Slings, ready to get at the keel shoe.


CopperCoat on, keeping it warm.

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Going Back in the Water

 


Coming out of the shed ...


Ready to remast.



The empty shed!


Back in the water.
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