LB2013.1.326.12

LB2013.1.326.12

One of the well-known Albury Brothers Runabout on a cradle at Man-O-War Cay, Bahamas where it was built by Willard Albury. This photo was taken on a shoot that Ben Mendlowitz arranged for his Calendar of Wooden Boats, and were taken at or near Lisbon Creek in Andros, Bahamas. Ben Mendlowitz's photo boat ABACO is one of them. A 19'7" Vee bottom boat In the northern Bahamas, the Albury name is synonymous with boatbuilding. For generations, this family has turned out hundreds of boats, from dinghies to schooners, from their building sheds on Man O' War Cay. For almost 40 years Willard and Benny Albury have been producing fine outboard runabouts that have earned a reputation as smooth riding, seaworthy, rugged boats, capable of excellent speed with modest horsepower. These plans represent what Willard Albury considers to be his optimal boat, the best of over 250 individual boats. Doug Hylan has drawn a set of plans that not only documents the construction of these fine boats, but makes it possible for other builders to enjoy their good qualities. The lines show a moderate deadrise of 15 degrees with a fine entry, producing an easy ride even in the short, steep chop common in the shallow waters of the Bahamas. Construction is robust but simple and clean, making these boats easy to maintain and long lived. Glued strip planking over frames sawn from natural Madeira root knees was the original construction, but most builders today will probably find it easier to laminate their frames. For those who would prefer cold molding, a construction sheet is included for this method. Lofting is required, but this is not a difficult set of lines to lay down. PARTICULARS LOA 19' 7" LWL - 17' 9" Beam - 6'10" Draft - 13" Disp. - 2400 lbs. Hull type - V bottom runabout Construction - Strip plank over grown or laminated frames Suitable for - Somewhat protected waters Intended capacity - 2 to 7 day cruising Trailerable - yes Propulsion - 40 to 120 HP outboard