The journal of the REAPER (1809-1810) is especially graphic. It contains a full page watercolor illustration entitled, "An attempt to show the Brig REAPER as she appeared on the stock at Medford" in 1808. There are also detailed drawings and dimensions of REAPER's sails, masts and yards; lists for crew, stores, chandlery, carpenter's tools, water casks, arms (cannons, pistols, etc.), and other information. Other volumes note vessels spoke, identify American ships in foreign ports, an list cargo acquired at places like Calcutta and Canton.