Barrelback 19
Tom Thompson of Indiana has his BARRELBACK 19 framed up and ready for longitudinal stringers.
Alex Kolosky from Maryland is building his BARRELBACK 19 at the 20' option; it's now ready for the deck.
Completed Kolosky BARRELBACK showing cockpit, dash, & decking looking forward. Note the gorgoues "tumblehome" stern and topside contours that make Kolosky's BARRELBACK truly authentic.
Note flaring topside styling on Kolosky BARRELBACK which appears on ALL our classic mahogany runabouts. You can't get this "look" in other plans that use sheet plywood here instead. Kolosky BARRELBACK has all the authenticity of an original antique, yet with superior construction that's easier to maintain. Great job Alex & many thanks for the photos.
Clark Geffe's "BARRELBACK 19" takes shape in his Washington workshop. Backbone member contours (frames, stem, transom, etc.) are all provided by FULL-SIZE PATTERNS so that no lofting is required. The simple building method is also fully detailed on the plans and consists of a simple "jig" integral with the boat's motor stringers for accuracy and strength. Nobody has more classic runabout design experience using modern amateur- proven methods than Ken Hankinson Associates. The proof is in the boats themselves by builders who typically have never built a boat before.
With the hull completed, Clark Geffe has installed a small-block V-8 prior to closing in the hull with decks and cockpit. It's all discussed in our comprehensive instructions that cover all aspects of the project including Material List, Fastening Schedule, and Resource List for supplies and equipment sources. Note the gorgeous and truly authentic transom/ stern contours that few designer's can emmulate the way Ken Hankinson has done here, AND who can also provide the proper methods making it easy for the novice to duplicate such a sought-after appearance with consistency as the photos on our site show.