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		How much does it cost to build a Paradox? When building my Paradox I used only the best materials, including high quality plywood and bronze fittings for the rudder. The table below does not account for hidden or incidental costs such as those incurred by using the car for frequent visits to suppliers of materials, telephone calls and correspondence. Item UK £ Timber 996.92 Plywood 400.00 Epoxy, Hardener, Filleting and Fairing Blend 575.97 Chandlery, Paint and Rope 738.70 Woven Roving (Fibreglass cloth) 105.45 Nails and Bronze Fittings 285.49 Polycarbonate 123.83 Anchors and Chain 024.99 Nuts and Bolts 029.80 Sail (Secondhand including import duty from US) 188.35 Lead 070.00 Other Items, including Depth Sounder (Secondhand) 270.88 Boat Total 3810.38 Other Costs Tools and Clamps 099.56 Road Trailer (Secondhand) and Lock 528.99 Tow Ball and fitting to car 176.25 Total 804.80 GRAND TOTAL 4615.18 Reckon on taking about 1000 to 1500 hours for building your Paradox, according to your skill level, tools at your disposal and the quality of finish desired. Questions to Bill Serjeant Copyright 2007 Small Sailboats. Site URL: http://www.smallsailboats.co.uk