{"product_id":"k207r-south-east-asia-sampan-boat-red-bottom-thuyen-ba-la-tam-ban","title":"South East Asia Sampan Boat Red Bottom Thuyen Ba La Tam Ban","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThuyen Ba La Tam Ban - Display Only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sampan boat—known in Vietnamese as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethuyền ba lá tấm bản\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—is a traditional wooden skiff originating from China’s Han Dynasty. Over time, this practical and elegant design spread across Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Although the term \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"sam pan\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e means \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"three boards,\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e modern sampans are often crafted with more for enhanced strength and stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur handcrafted version is built with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseven planks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estar wood (Merawan hardwood)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a local fine-grain timber similar to golden oak. Each boat is constructed around a durable internal wooden skeleton, then carefully sanded, painted in a striking red finish, and sealed with protective varnish. A teal version is also available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSampan Boat Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Star wood \/ Merawan hardwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 127L × 36.25W × 22H inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 113.5 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red (also available in Teal – Item K207)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Seven-board build with reinforced skeleton framing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Smoothly sanded, painted, and varnished for durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sampan (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethuyền tam bản\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is one of Southeast Asia’s most iconic wooden boat designs. Featuring a flat-bottomed hull, it is perfectly suited for navigating shallow rivers, calm coastal areas, and estuaries. Throughout history, sampans have been essential for transportation, fishing, and daily river-based trade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn many communities, larger sampans were built with small shelters, allowing families to live onboard full-time. These floating homes served as both residence and workplace, reflecting a simple yet deeply connected way of life centered around rivers and waterways. Though motorized boats are now more common, the sampan remains a cultural symbol, still used in traditional fishing and local river activities today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt OMHUSA, every sampan boat is packaged with exceptional care to ensure it arrives in flawless condition. Each piece is securely enclosed in a custom-built wooden crate, then reinforced with a durable outer carton and full internal cushioning. This multi-layered protection keeps the boat stable during transit and shields it from impact or environmental damage, guaranteeing that your sampan reaches you exactly as it left our workshop—safe, intact, and ready for use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWooden Boat USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, we specialize in crafting exquisite wooden canoes, where the rich beauty of wood meets the grace of canoeing. Our skilled artisans meticulously construct each wooden canoe by hand, using a perfect blend of traditional techniques and modern technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of our wooden canoes, meticulously crafted to capture the essence of their natural material. We exclusively utilize certified, top-grade wood, including Canadian red cedar, mahogany, rosewood, and teak, ensuring that each canoe is a work of art in itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those interested in the craftsmanship behind wooden canoes, we offer insights into the process of building a wooden canoe. Our experts can guide you on how to build a wooden canoe, providing step-by-step instructions and sharing their expertise on selecting the right wood, shaping the hull, and finishing the canoe to perfection. 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