I was wondering if Per Corell- being involved in traditional Skandinavian
boatbuilding- knows any more about these remarkable boats?

Quote from a very interesting site-
http://www.friend.ly.net/~dadadata/s...n_sail_02.html


" No stronger, finer sea-boats are to be found in the world than some of
these Swedish fishing craft.
The open boats used in the cod and herring net fisheries are, in their way,
perhaps the most remarkable craft afloat. Their characteristics are
monstrous beam and great strength. For a length of 17 feet some of them have
a beam of 13, and yet, owing to the beautiful curves, there is no sense of
awkwardness about them. They are clinker-built, with sharp floors and raking
stern-post, and carry one large spritsail. The....."

Bob Larder