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Recreating a family heirloom for the Westons. It is time for the the original wooden weathervane to retire. 

So that the replica endures, it will be crafted from copper and brass.

The lines and contours of the original are being recreated.

Soldering the new hull together.

Adding the Masts and booms.

The original figure was meticulously examined to recreate the rigging as close as possible.

The recreated schooner on the original directionals and post.