Chapman Piloting, Seamanship & Small Boat Handling (1977) – E. S. Maloney | Vintage Nautical Reference

A practical vintage boating reference that covers navigation basics, rules of the road, seamanship, charts, and weather—packed into one sturdy 1977 hardcover. A great pick for working boat-libraries and nautical collectors.

Quick Specs

∙ Title: Chapman Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling
∙ Author: E. S. Maloney
∙ Edition: 53rd Edition (1977)
∙ Genre: Nautical Reference, Seamanship & Navigation Manual, Boating Safety
∙ Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
∙ Pages: 640
∙ Size: 11 x 8 x 2 inches
∙ Language: English
∙ ISBN (Standard Edition): 0-910900-39-5
∙ Publisher/Imprint: Motor Boating & Sailing Books (Hearst Corporation)

Condition Grade: Very Good

Notes: Dust jacket shows minor shelf/edge wear and light rubbing (most visible at corners/edges). Hardcover boards look solid. Interior pages look clean and readable in the photos.

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Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.

Collector’s Note

This title is collectible because it’s a long-running, widely recognized boating reference—often kept onboard or in a home nautical library for quick consultation

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Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.