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Fisherman's Knots and Nets
Fisherman's Knots and Nets - Book
CMP220
Describes hundreds of knots and bends connecting hooks, leaders, lures, traps and seines. Clear text, illustrations.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 x 8.5
Author: Raoul Graumont & Elmer Wenstrom
ISBN: 9780870330247
$895
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Real Time Method of Radar Plotting
Real Time Method of Radar Plotting - Book
CMP035
This manual/workbook provides the means for an operator to develop an at-a-glance capacity on a stabilized relative motion radar. Once the system of a oeSituation Recognitiona has been achieved and mastered, a multitude of targets can be handled safely and surely, and collision avoidance becomes quite simple. The real method of plotting equips the deck officer to pass the Coast Guard's radar observer test
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
Author: Max H. Carpenter
ISBN: 9780870332043
$2000
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First Sail
First Sail - Book
CMP286
This beautifully illustrated book introduces children to the basics of sailing. Adam, a young boy from the city, yearns to learn how to sail. When his aunt and uncle invite him to visit one summer, his cousin Beth takes him out in her sailboat. Beth shows Adam many of the things he will need to know to become a sailor -- skills he must put into action when a thunderstorm arises. Young readers will absorb from labeled drawings many sailing fundamentals: basic nautical terms, points of sailing, channel markers and buoys, safety equipment, a few knots and bends, something about clouds and weather, anchoring, handling sails, and even crew...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 11 x 8.5
Author: Richard Henderson, illustrated by Jennifer Heyd Wharton
ISBN: 9780870334429
$1599
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Dangerous Marine Animals
Dangerous Marine Animals - Book
CMP214
What would you do if faced with a school of sharks in a feeding frenzy? Find out in this book, unquestionably the most authoritative compact guide to the world of underwater animals that are poisonous, venomous, and electric. It is an excellent practical handbook for sailors, marine biologists, ecologists, naturalists, physicians, students, and scuba divers-in short, anyone interested in the denizens of shallow marine waters and the deep. This new edition describes and fully illustrates these dangerous marine animals, their noxious effects, treatment of ailments resulting from them, and, most importantly, how to avoid mishaps. More than...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Bruce W. Halstead, MD
ISBN: 9780870334740
$2495
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Cornell Manual for Lifeboat men, Able Seamen, & QMED, 2nd edition
Cornell Manual for Lifeboat men, Able Seamen, & QMED, 2nd edition - Book
CMP001
Completely updated to reflect current information and procedures. Safety practices for lifeboat operations, survival procedures, rescue and evacuation details, firefighting, and first aid. Sample multiple-choice questions.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4.5 x 7
Author: John Keever
ISBN: 9780870335594
$1200
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Dockmanship
Dockmanship - Book
CMP277
Provides the needed information to turn any skipper into a master of docking. Covers every aspect of close-quarter maneuvering for all size pleasure and smaller work vessels. Good Illustrations, clear text.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4.5 x 7
Author: David Owen Bell
ISBN: 9780870334252
$795
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Merchant Marine Officers' Handbook, 5th edition
Merchant Marine Officers' Handbook, 5th edition - Book
CMP025
Complete revision of the standard reference/textbook in the field published nearly 50 years ago. Brings it up to date in all subject areas. Photos, drawings, tables, appendices.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: William B. Hayler, ed
ISBN: 9780870333798
$5500
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Modern Marine Engineer's Man., Vol. 1, 3rd. edition
Modern Marine Engineer's Man., Vol. 1, 3rd. edition - Book
CMP090
Textbook to meet the needs of contemporary marine engineers. Emphasis is placed on main propulsion diesel engines. Aero derivative gas turbines are covered in detail. Each chapter includes review questions and references for additional study.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Everett C. Hunt, Editor
ISBN: 9780870334962
$9500
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Survival Guide for the Mariner, 2nd edition
Survival Guide for the Mariner, 2nd edition - Book
CMP009
The most up-to-date information available on avoiding and dealing with dangers on the water. Search and Rescue chapter has been completely rewritten. Lifeboat and life raft use, abandon ship procedures and survival skills are thoroughly covered.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Robert Meurn
ISBN: 870335730
$3500
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Advanced First Aid Afloat, 5th edition
Advanced First Aid Afloat, 5th edition - Book
CMP200
Since its first publication in 1972, more than 30,000 blue-water sailors have looked to this book when injury or illness struck at sea. Virtually every accident or ailment that might occur when professional medical care is unavailable is squarely faced and dealt with, using layman's language and step-by-step instructions that calmly take the reader from diagnosis through treatment to follow-up care. . The fifth edition brings this standard work up-to-date with current medical practice. While maintaining its ease of use for quick, easy reference in case of a medical emergency at sea, diagrams inside the front and back covers point the...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Peter F. Eastman, M.D
ISBN: 9780870335242
$1699
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Nautical Rules of the Road, 4th edition
Nautical Rules of the Road, 4th edition - Book
CMP018
This fourth edition has been designed for recreational boaters, maritime students and professionals. Provides easy reference to both Inland and International Rules with instructional comments throughout. Includes practice questions and suggested methods
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: updated by Steven Browne
ISBN: 9780870335785
$4000
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Shiphandling with Tugs, 2nd. edition
Shiphandling with Tugs, 2nd. edition - Book
CMP091
The most comprehensive text available for the mariner who wants to learn how to safely and effectively operate tugs in assisting ships to and from their berths in ports and anchorages. Captain Jeffrey Slesinger used his extensive knowledge of the industry to bring Reid's original edition, published in 1986, up to date with current technologies and standards, adding sections on the advances made in tug design, and line and winch technology.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Jeffrey Slesinger, based on work by George Reid
ISBN: 9780870335983
$4000
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Celestial Navigation by H.0. 249
Celestial Navigation by H.0. 249 - Book
CMP208
Practical guide to this popular sight reduction method. Basic, encouraging approach to tools and techniques.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 7 X 10
Author: John E. Milligan
ISBN: 9780870331916
$995
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Master's Handbook on Ship's Business, 4th Ed. - Book
CMP306
An invaluable aid to masters of ships for more than 30 years. Since the initial publication of the third edition in 2001, many substantive changes have occurred in both the legal and operational environments, affecting seagoing vessels and their crews. In response to these changes, this book has been completely updated and been renamed to include masters on all seagoing vessels, including oceangoing tugs. A complete guide for the newly appointed master, it is also useful to experienced masters as a checklist for the voluminous paperwork required in all phases of business aboard, including shipping articles, vessel documents and...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Tuuli Messer, based on earlier ed. by B. Martin & J. Aragon
ISBN: 9780764360862
$5999
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Complete Book of Anchoring and Mooring, 2nd. edition
Complete Book of Anchoring and Mooring, 2nd. edition - Book
CMP258
The Complete Book of Anchoring and Mooring addresses anchoring systems, techniques, and permanent moorings for boats from twelve feet to eighty feet in length. It covers monohulls, multihulls, light displacement sailboats, cruisers, sport fishers, passage makers, and workboats. In short, it is for all recreational and working boats in this size range. Since the last printing of this book a number of revolutionary anchor concepts have appeared on the boating scene. These unique designs have shown exceptional performance when compared by a renowned testing agency with their contemporaries. Changes made to this revised second edition ensure...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Earl Hinz
ISBN: 9780870335396
$2695
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Marine Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
Marine Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning - Book
CMP013
A detailed, straightforward introduction to this complicated, vital subject. Explains fully how to replace or retrofit entire systems as well as addressing environmental concerns.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: James Harbach
ISBN: 9780870335655
$5000
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Stability and Trim for the Ship's Officer, 4th edition
Stability and Trim for the Ship's Officer, 4th edition - Book
CMP014
Completely updated to reflect the latest shipboard equipment and techniques for calculating and assuring stability. Written especially for use by active ships' officers.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: William E. George, ed
ISBN: 9780870335648
$5000
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Formulae for the Mariner, 2nd edition
Formulae for the Mariner, 2nd edition - Book
CMP017
This book provides quick reference to commonly used formulae. Includes trig functions, mercator sailing, great circle, area, volume, water density effect on draft, common tankerman formulae, much more.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
Author: Richard M. Plant
ISBN: 9780870333613
$1250
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Shiphandling for the Mariner 5th Edition
Shiphandling for the Mariner 5th Edition - Book
CMP302
Now in its 5th edition, Shiphandling for the Mariner is the classic and definitive text on the art of practical shiphandling skills for large, modern commercial vessels. Written by a father and son team of pilots, along with contributions from other expert pilots and shipmasters, this compendium follows a nontechnical format that stresses maneuvers used routinely in the field. The text covers essential maneuvers used in docking, undocking, and shiphandling, plus uncommon maneuvers such as docking at single-point and multiple-buoy moorings, use of anchors in shiphandling, offshore lightering, and transiting of locks and canals. Bridge...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 9.5 x 6.5
Author: Daniel E. MacElrevey
ISBN: 9780764354588
$5000
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Modern Marine Engineer's Man., Vol. 2, 3rd edition
Modern Marine Engineer's Man., Vol. 2, 3rd edition - Book
CMP077
Completely revised and updated to reflect current engineering practices and equipment found aboard modern commercial vessels. Sections on medium-speed diesels, environmental concerns, sewage processing, int'l. regulations, sea trials test, equipment.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Everett C. Hunt, James A. Harbach & Alan L. Rowen
ISBN: 9780870335372
$8500
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Primer of Towing, 3rd edition
Primer of Towing, 3rd edition - Book
CMP012
First published in 1975 to wide acclaim, this edition includes all the original subjects while expanding discussions of new gear, electronics, nav equipment and regulations. Delightful and instructive illustrations by the author.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: George H. Reid
ISBN: 9780870335631
$2000
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Modern Towing
Modern Towing - Book
CMP072
In-depth look at the towing industry, both inland and ocean. Part 1 is an overview with descriptions of tug types, modern gear, design. Part 2 covers operations, special situations. Part 3 deals with the business of towing.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: John S. Blank
ISBN: 9780870333729
$4500
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Ship Model Building
Ship Model Building - Book
CMP237
Over 1,000 illustrations coupled with attention to minute, authentic detail make this the definitive modeler's book. Plans for six vessels.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Gene Johnson
ISBN: 9780870333699
$1295
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Making Money with Boats 2nd Edition
Making Money with Boats 2nd Edition - Book
CMP295
This second edition is a comprehensive, entertaining guide to mixing boating with business. Leaping ahead of the first edition, this guide keeps up with a boating industry that has become much more regulated and competitive. It shows old salts and newcomers how to transform water-related fun into the pure pleasure of profitability from starting a business, to accounting and budgeting, insurance, marketing tools, and the business plan. In understandable language, using terms that have excised the legal gobbledygook, it also provides requirements for licensing, documentation and vessel inspection, along with bareboat and crewed chartering....
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 9 x 6
Author: Fred Edwards
ISBN: 9780870336270
$1999
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