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Simon
Wain is widely known for building
replicas as well as the complete restoration and
‘conversion’ of original working narrowboat hulls. With over 30
years experience in boatbuilding, his hull shapes
and cabins are among the most prized and admired,
displaying an accuracy and quality of craftsmanship
second to none. Some examples seen regularly at
rallies and festivals are Shorelark, Starling,
Mecca
and Sara 5. Simon’s boats stand above all others in
their uncompromising detailing and fine lines.
In common with all other staff at
Stretton, he has a long history of working boat
ownership and has collected an extensive record of
accurate measurements; an invaluable resource for
the production of elegant boats. He is a leader in
the steel replication of wooden panelling, decking,
cants and cabin planking, the manufacture of replica
rivets, the forming of complex double curved Josher
fore-ends and hand made accessories such as
chimneys, pigeon boxes, brass-bound tall pipe
exhausts and brass tiller bars. |
