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Re: Other methods
By:Patrick North
Date: 9/11/2017, 11:43 am
In Response To: Other methods (mick allen)

First of all, can I say how amazing the internet is? I ask what I think is a simple question and a half dozen fellow humans step up with thoughtful answers above and beyond what I thought I was asking. Thank you, all.

I wouldn't have worried much about the accuracy of the graph paper, but reviewers reported some sheets being off by 1/4" or more over 1' in one axis, fine in another, etc. Seemed like we'd be asking for problems- I'm sure I'll add more than enough variability to the drafting as it is.

I don't have legit draft equipment so a fully manual approach might be a stretch- but a fun stretch, at least.
And yes, my 12 year old probably will question why we're not making use of drafting software!

I'm guessing we'll explore a variety of techniques as the planning and building of kayaks has been as rewarding in its own way as paddling.

Thanks,
Patrick

Messages In This Thread

Seeking: Accurate, large size graph paper
Patrick North -- 9/7/2017, 1:03 pm
Re: Seeking: Accurate, large size graph paper
Bill Schill -- 9/7/2017, 7:36 pm
Re: Seeking: Accurate, large size graph paper
M A Bielski -- 9/7/2017, 8:15 pm
Re: Seeking: Accurate, large size graph paper
Patrick North -- 9/8/2017, 9:13 am
Re: Seeking: Accurate, large size graph paper
scottbaxter -- 9/8/2017, 9:45 am
Re: Seeking: Accurate, large size graph paper
Jay Babina -- 9/8/2017, 3:20 pm
Re: Seeking: Accurate, large size graph paper
M A Bielski -- 9/8/2017, 6:44 pm
Other methods
mick allen -- 9/8/2017, 7:17 pm
Re: Other methods
Patrick North -- 9/11/2017, 11:43 am