Description
Following the traditional North American theme is this unusual craft. She is of simple 3/8’’ ply hard chine, flat bottom construction over stout pine frames, with a simple unstayed sprit rig. The original craft were used for fishing and cargo carrying on estuaries and creeks. She has room for a family of 6 and their gear, and could be adapted for some sleeping accommodation under a boom tent.
17'6" Kingfisher Garvie Particulars |
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LOA | 17'6" | 5.34m |
Beam | 5' | 1.53m |
Hull Mid Depth | 1' 4 1/2" | 0.42m |
Draft | 8"/2' 6" | 0.2/0.76m |
Sail Area | 80 sq.ft | 7.44 sq.m |
Approx. Dry Weight | 430 lbs | 195 kg |
Hull Shape | Flat bottom, single chine, garvie bow | |
Construction Method | Ply on frame and stitch and tape | |
Major plywood requirements for hull | 4 1/2 sheets of 6mm + 6 sheets of 9mm exterior or marine plywood. | |
Guidance Use | 4-5 adults sailing | |
Drawing/Design Package | 4 x A1 drawings + 2 x A4 instruction sheets |