The Working Guide to Traditional Small-Boat Sails by David L. Nichols is a practical handbook for sailors and builders, focusing on classic sail rigs like sprit, gaff, and lug sails as alternatives to modern Bermudan rigs, with instructions for ropework and converting modern boats to traditional setups. The book includes detailed photos, drawings, and guidance on rigging, sailmaking (in revised editions), and the practical advantages of traditional designs, making it a valuable resource for those interested in classic small-boat sailing.

• Practical guide to traditional rigs (sprit, gaff, lug, etc.) for small boats. 
   
• Instructions for rigging, marlinspike work (whipping, splicing), and converting modern boats to traditional rigs. 
   
• Includes detailed photos and drawings. 
   
• David L. Nichols, an experienced boat builder and sailmaker. 

Chapters:

• The Basic Foundation
• Marlinspike Kit
• Replacing a Modern Sailing Rig with a Traditional Rig
• The Sliding Gunter
• The Sprit Sail
• Lug Sails
• Chinese Lug sail
• Gaff Sails
• Variations on Several Themes

  96 pp.