Tools / Equipment Archives | François-Xavier Lachance, a first-rate craftsman and builder of wooden boats on Île d’Orléans

Half Hull from the Side

This and the previous photo, both of the same half hull, give a good idea of the model’s shape and the layered planks that, once taken apart, were […]

Half Hull from the Front

This and the following photo, both of the same half hull, give a good idea of the model’s shape and the layered planks that, once taken apart, were […]

Half Hull Used to Draw up Plans for a Boat

Half hull of a sailboat designed by F-X Lachance. Taking apart this model would help the craftsman convert the measurements to actual size.

Brace Belonging to François-Xavier

Brace belonging to F-X Lachance used to hand-drill holes.

Bits Belonging to François-Xavier

Long wood bits used by F-X Lachance.

Electric Drill Belonging to François-Xavier

The electric drill used by F-X Lachance.

Template Used to Build a Rowboat

A template used to mass-produce identical rowboat frames. Steam-heated wood would be attached to it until it dried and keep the desired shape.

Traditional Woodworking Tools

Traditional tools used by François-Xavier Lachance and his father before him.