Bruce Roberts-Goodson has been designing boats for over 30 years, and at last count over 20,000 boats have been completed from his designs, including 12,000 metal boats. This expanded revision of an earlier book has been written for those who have a strong interest in buying, building, or renovating a metal boat, whether steel, aluminum or copper nickel. Roberts-Goodson will explain why you should choose a metal boat and the benefits and disadvantages of each type of metal. Building methods, materials and considerations are discussed in detail, as are various hull shapes, selecting the right tools, how to choose and install the proper engine, electrolytic protection and other topics of concern. The book is fully illustrated with photographs and drawings, including a collection of designs for sail or power.