Seeking qualified buyer to assume care of classic Sea Bird yawl, Duchess, a member of MMBA for many years and previously owned by John and Anne Tucker. 26 ft on deck and 33 ft overall, full keel, Marconi rig, inboard diesel auxiliary. Circa 1939 by Bowles at San Pedro Boat Works. Mahogany on fir with ply decks, wood spars. Recent Yanmar installation by List. Hauled out at Spaulding in July for bottom paint. Brightwork refurbished this month by Hutchinson. In the water, fully operational, at Point Richmond. Asking $6,000.
Contact John Coulson at 415 699-0837.
Thomas Fleming Day, the founder and editor of “Rudder” magazine, saw the need for a seaworthy sailboat that could be built by an intelligent amateur. Fleming together with the designer C.D. Mower published in 1901 the plans as a gaff rigged centerboard yawl. In 1904 they re published the plans of their conversion of the boat to a full keel.
The Duchess was owner built as a Marconi in 1939-1940 at the San Pedro Boat Works. The Sea Bird hard chine stands up well to the winds and swells of S.F. Bay
Hi, is this boat still available? (415) 933-4209
This boat is still available. If you would like more information, send email or call 415-699-0837 in the evening eastern time. John Coulson
How does she handle in different conditions?
Duchess is a steady boat. The Sea Bird Yawl is hard chine so is not rxtremely tippy. She sails well on SF bay in wind to 20+kts. The main has no reef points, if it is too windy she will sail well with jib and mizzen.
Is this boat still available for sale?