Questions to ask when defining the type of replica:
- What was the purpose of building the replica?
- No original examples of the craft remained
- To test historical or archaeological theories – for experimentation
- For sail training, leisure, or commercial use
- To re-create a specific voyage.
- What information was used to build the replica?
- Documentary evidence gained through off-ship research e.g. line drawings,
rigging plans, correspondence, paintings, photographs etc
- Analysis of the original vessel’s fabric (in whole form, sectioned or deconstructed)
- Archaeological research
- Oral history.
- What building techniques were employed?
- Like-for-like materials (timber, fastenings, fitting, rigging etc)
- Methods of construction (riveting, welding)
- Use of traditional / power tools.
- Are there any adaptations? For example:
- Addition of guardrails
- Installation of modern navigation equipment
- Lifesaving equipment
- Addition of engine(s)
- Addition of winches / bow thrusters
- Bigger hull volume
- Additional bulkheads
- Internal accommodation
- Internal systems.
