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Originally Posted by domenic
Did you ask the question because you know something bad the rest of us don’t?
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Well, you're right, I do have opinions having experienced a number of building techniques spanning my employ over 4 different manufacturers. I'm pretty careful about expounding on them because like you, many adore their boats and I'd rather not offend. Boats can get emotional.
For example, you say you dislike liners. I happen to prefer them in terms of finish and appearance. My current boat has liners and it's hard to argue with the success of the Catalina 30. I've seen interiors without liners finished with stipple paint and glued on foam backed fabric. Can't say I'm a fan.
I hafta say though, as I read your response to my original invitation I saw more criticisms than praises yet the conclusion was "I love my boat." It struck me as an interesting contradiction. Well, maybe contradiction is too strong.
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I was curious too, before knowing what your design and building background was, that you would prefer a vintage manufactured boat over one of your own design. I guess I'm a curious sort.