where do boats come from?

I'm going to be redecking one of the schoenbroad Singles this week. While i had the decks open I took some pictures. Im really impressed with how the older boats are constructed. There is so much work in putting together all the bracing, when its done right these boats can last forever and still be nearly as stiff and light as a modern boat. Its a shame so many of the older boats end up as low level club boats that are treated so roughly.

This Particular boat was formerly of the "Harvard Sculling Club". It was built in the older style with a wide stable hull. Even though it was never a super high tech boat, even when it was new, its still a handmade boat that someone clearly spent some time putting together. The same boat made now would be roto-molded plastic, and definately wouldnt be anything exciting 30 years after it was made.

Its impressive that as old as this boat is, and as much as its been neglected, the hull had only minor damage at the bow.