On Mon, 16 Oct 2006 12:51:47 -0500, Molesworth
wrote:

I am looking at a 33' Chris Craft, 1969. Have the survey which says the
boat looks 'little used' and in good condition all round.

Except for one passage which says (in the 'Construction' paragraph):

" The laminated battens are supported by mahogany transverse framings
which (underlined) DO NOT make contact with the bottom planking."

Is this a general comment on the original construct, or is this
something I should be scared of?

It sounds like a red flag item to me.

Are you looking at a survey commissioned by someone else? If so, I'd
highly recommend getting your own survey done, and feel free to ask
exactly that kind of question. The original surveyor may also be
willing to answer questions for you but they are not obligated if you
didn't pay for it.

Most wooden boats of that age are money pits in one way or another.