The Harbor Master Called me Today

[jsjpd1]

He said he really didn't want to crush this boat, but he'd have to unless I wanted to take it home.





So Tuesday it is coming home.

Jim

[Chip Chester]

Well, that's pretty cool. Does it come with the appropriate ownership paperwork?

Chip

[chuckt]

Oh gee--take it! It looks lovely and not bad in this shot.

[jsjpd1]

Harbor master has clear title and gave me a bill of sale, which is all I need to successfully transfer title.

She does need some work but has a fairly fresh yanmar and a nice dickenson cook stove. The deck has some issues, the hull is fairly sound. I just couldn't let her go to the landfill.

[David G]

Congrats or Condolences... whichever is mostest appropriate

[jsjpd1]

Today is one of the best days of boat ownership, we'll see about tomorrow.

[potomac]

Awesome. Congratulations, Jim! Five should fit on that nicely. Is she shallow enough to make it out of your water? I know that was a concern when planning the bigger sailboat. I don't think she'll make it through the tunnel! What design is she, by the way?

[Yeadon]

You need a rescue dog to go with that rescue boat of yours.

Will it fit through the culvert?

[jsjpd1]

I really don't know much about her yet. The harbor master thought she was built in 1938 and I think she is a Blanchard boat, other than that.....

I don't know if she'll fit through the tube or not, it's going to be close. But I have a big turn out up by the road where the boat mover is going to deliver her to.

And Yeadon, you are right of course.

[Tangusso]

She's beautiful. I love the lines. Can we see more? Love to see some interior pics...But get more blocks under that keel!

[Steamboat]

He said he really didn't want to crush this boat, but he'd have to unless I wanted to take it home.

So Tuesday it is coming home.

Jim

Anyone who would crush this boat has no soul! Hope she treats you well - love the era & lines.

[jsjpd1]

More blocks will be forthcoming, and more pictures. She kind of full of junk at the moment.

[Tangusso]

Ah, full of junk. That takes me back! I can't wait to hear about the surprises hidden by that junk! But don't worry, we've all been there. It's survivable with support, and possibly beer...

[StevenBauer]

Fantastic! Can you tell us more about her?


Steven

[Breakaway]

Most excellent. A new adventure! Good luck!

Kevin

[Skiff Man]

I smell a hand troller's permit in your future.

[Skegemog]

Beautiful! best of luck reviving her!

[2dogsnight]

WOW.
Congratulations!

[jsjpd1]

She's 27 feet loa. A nice size for a family boat. Vee berth, galley, and dinette in the main cabin.







Happy crew.

[jsjpd1]

Anyone who would crush this boat has no soul! Hope she treats you well - love the era & lines.

The harbor master is a really nice guy, who was very relieved when I said I'd take her. They crushed the Silver Surf yesterday, a 38 foot wood troller from the fifties. They try to sell them first, but if no one wants them they don't have a lot of options.

[BBSebens]

Fantastic!! Keep us posted!

[Landlockedvoyager]

The harbor master is a really nice guy, who was very relieved when I said I'd take her. They crushed the Silver Surf yesterday, a 38 foot wood troller from the fifties. They try to sell them first, but if no one wants them they don't have a lot of options.

That is a gorgeous, classic looking boat. I've seen much worse that were rescued. She looks just about perfect for cruising Alaskan coastal waters. How much you spend will largely depend on how far you wish to go with restoration, simply functional or all the way to pristine. Congratulations are in order. I have no doubt she will more than repay your kindness with many years of pleasant cruising. Sorry to hear about the troller. They are great boats and there are so few of them left. Glad to know you saved this beauty. Good luck to you both. - John

[Eric Hvalsoe]

That is cool.

Cabin ports and some other things don't look exactly Blanchard to me but I could be wrong. Typical little cruiser of her era. Love it.

[brucemoffatt]

Superb! What an adventure!

[htom]

Good things come in big packages, too! I hope you have happy decades with her.

[James McMullen]

Needs a good, sturdy pair of stern bitts for towing, I reckon.

[jsjpd1]

Needs a good, sturdy pair of stern bitts for towing, I reckon.

Now that's what I was thinking. Head out to some far away cove with Sparrow in tow, anchor up the mother ship, and then do some real exploring!

[James McMullen]

That sounds absolutely like what this boat is meant for!

[purri]

An absolute stunner!

[wizbang 13]

Can she make it through your "pipe"?

[seawardadventures]

The charm of this vessel can't be denied. I will selfishly enjoy the story of your restorative work in this forum. Best of luck. May Poseidon smile upon you.

[JamesCaird]

Reminds me of the boat in the stories- "The Curve of Time". They will put you in the correct mood./ JC

[SBrookman]

Reminds me of the boat in the stories- "The Curve of Time". They will put you in the correct mood./ JC

That's what came to mind as soon as I saw the boat, what a classic! Ah, the adventures. And who knows what treasures you'll discover as you dig into her.

[JimD]

Beauty. Great character and gobs of potential. Awesome interior.

[George Ray]

: )