This West Greenland kayak was originally built by an Inuit hunter for a Canadian botanist in 1931. It now resides in the Canadian Museum of Civilization in Ottowa. Originally a commission for an avid female paddler, we chose this design based on information she gave me and for its classic ‘Greenland’ lines. Building a replica is always an adventure for me. With my own designs I can predict performance and fit and the construction process is greatly simplified. With replicas the process is much different, one can only choose a specimen that looks good and hope it performs well for you. The method of construction is a process of taking measurements off a survey drawing and transferring them to the real kayak being shaped beside you. To the effect that you are able to reproduce the original, you are successful. A completed replica is a valuable contribution to the field of kayak reasearch.
Note: the following sequence may serve as a helpful adjunct to, but cannot replace an instruction book or instructor. Critical details in process and construction are ommitted. Every kayak is different, in this case nails replace lashings for some joints, my own design, Ginnyak features different joinery. Feel free to call me with any questions on details.
A beautiful new kayak.
