I'm not sure why, but the result is to maintain the appearance of a classic wood-rib canoe that has no end tank. A small brass stem band remnant drooping over the deck to the upper stem evokes the traditional brass stem band of a canvas canoe, as it provides a bang plate to reduce wear damage if the stem touches the ground. Stems are partially recurved to contribute to the traditional lines. When you look along the waterline of the hull, the entry line appears quite fine. Thwarts are fastened to inwales with two stainless fasteners on each side.
Slots allow water to completely drain out.
Decks are perfectly fitted to inwales, no filler noted. The curved shape of the deck is reflected by a curved side on the adjacent handle. Very nice touch. Merrimack pays attention to small details. The Baboosic seat is fixed and hung from the inwales.