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"We were so convinced this was a unique and special design that we managed to spark our future owners' imagination to such an extent that they bought the yacht even before Giorgio Cassetta had finished designing it", said Benetti chief commercial officer Sebastiano Fanizza. Benetti Yachts in Italy has sold Hull No. 1 of the Class 44M, a fiberglass yacht that is the flagship of the builder's Class line. The yacht will have six staterooms for 12 guests, with amenities including a foredeck pool and a flexible-space sun deck. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on restoration of the 1979 Glastron Carlson CVX 16 boat which involves vinyl, seats bases and installation; engine repair; and fiberglass repair.

DEPARTMENTS BROKERAGE CLASSIC CRAFT FOR THE AVID YACHTSMAN ACROSS ITS 54 feet length overall, the Hatteras 54 Convertible has three staterooms and two heads for overnight runs as a capable fishing machine. The electronic Caterpillar engine displays are on the tournament helm." The build for bluewater duty includes a solid fiberglass hull bottom with Divinycell coring in the hull sides, deck and superstructure. [Extracted from the article]

35'6" LENGTH OVERALL 10'10" MAXIMUM BEAM FROM THE ARCHIVE "The 350 Realm melds the workmanlike qualities of a center- console with the luxuries expected on today's cabin craft. There's a foredeck lounge with wraparound seating; belowdecks is a V-shaped sofa that converts to a double berth. DEPARTMENTS BROK ERAGE CLASSIC CRAFT FOR THE AVID YACHTSMAN Boston whaler's 350 Realm can be set up for angling adventures, dayboating and/or weekend getaways. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the significance of fiberglass replacement parts and aftermarket replacements provided by the company Knots 2U, in comparison to original equipment manufactured metals and plastics. Topics discussed include production of quality fiberglass by the company, decision of buying aftermarket instead of original equipment manufacture replacements and price difference in original and plastic materials.

DEPARTMENTS THE Q52 is the second collaboration between design studio Vripack and boatbuilder Qnau-tic, both in the Netherlands. The Q52 has three helm seats for the skipper and guests, wraparound guest seating aft, a wet bar, ergonomically minded abovedecks spaces, and a passerelle for boarding. Whom It's For: Qnautic's Q52 is for owners who want a yacht tender that can move family members and guests to and from the dock or beach while delivering high-performance grins. [Extracted from the article]

Discusses the advantages of the progress of fish taxidermy toward fiber-glass reproductions.

The article previews Starbrite Boat Guard Speed Detailer and Protectant from West Marine.

The article presents the views of Craig Barnett, aircraft graphics designer at the Scheme Designers Inc., and Joe Dinolfo, worker at Hawk Aircraft Painting shop, related to the use of vinyl graphics for designing aircrafts over custom painting. Barnett states that vinyl graphic is better than painting on smooth fiberglass finishes and is cost efficient if the aircraft is repainted with the same base. Dinolfo mentions that vinyl graphic does not adhere to rivets due to dirt and is peeled off.

Focuses on Henriques 35 Express Fisherman boat's testing. Features of Henriques 35; Comments on the fiberglass work throughout the cockpit of the boat; Remarks on the engine room of the boat; Opinion on the boat's engine ventilation system; Base price.

The article explains how to build a backing plate using fiberglass cloth.

Describes the use of vacuum bagging in fiberglass laminates.

Provides tips in improving the speed of boats. Factors affecting the speed of boats; Use of wax to smoothen boat surfaces; Accounts on the antifouling properties of fiberglass.

Presents information on fiberglass used in boats.

Provides tips in repairing hole and cracks on the hull of a fiberglass boat. Preparation of the hull; Putties to be used; Things to consider in buying body fillers.

Provides tips on fixing fiberglass deck. Replacing the laminate skin; Checking deck fittings.

Focuses on some of the applications of fiberglass as a composite material. Application in boats; Application in the making of shark in `Jaws'; Parts of some of the buildings in Disney World's Magic Kingdom.