Taking stock
A look back at the first three months of the Gislinge Boat Open Source Project
Smelting bog ore: day 3 - rivets!
The boatbuilders have begun using the first bog iron rivets on the Gislinge Boat - an important part of the…
Smelting bog ore: day 2
Some images from day 2 of the bog ore smelt here at the boatyard - click on the photos to see them in full size
Smelting bog ore: day 1
Despite torrential rain, the first smelt was a success for Mads and co.
From bog ore to iron rivets
We have a guest blogger on the Gislinge blog today. Archaeologist and iron smelter, Mads Jylov, will be at the…
Rivets and rowes
The iron nails, or rivets, for the Gislinge Boat are all hand made. The nails are essential for the clinkerbuildt…
The frequently asked questions ... FAQ
'Well begun is half done' they say. In other words; a good preparation is the foundation of a good result – That,…
Porridge near Rørvig
The night cruise went well and at 0820 the Sea Stallion has Rørvig in sight. Before starting to row into the…
Cleaning and washing
The Sea Stallion is now in Rørvig and the crew will spend the day washing the ship and cleaning the equipment.…