1920 Herreshoff S-Class SWALLOW Listing Here
The Herreshoff S-Class
Regarded as one of the most beautiful one-designs ever. It’s an instantly recognizable classic with its spoon bow, Herreshoff cabin trunk, and sharply curved mast carrying a large marconi mainsail and 5/8ths self-tending jib. The S-Class is incredibly fun to sail in all conditions. In light air the tall rig will power an S-Class right by any modern boat and in heavy air the high ballast ratio keeps the boat stable. The deep cockpit remains comfortable while the bendy mast automatically depowers the main by spilling air. Such is the reason that after a century, more than half of the original 94 S-Class boats are still sailing and racing.
The Herreshoff S-Class in brief:
- First Marconi sail one-design.
- The low freeboard, deep cockpit, 50% ballast ratio, and large mainsail combination create a uniquely exciting sailing experience.
- One of the most popular Herreshoff one-designs with 94 built.
- Of the 94 built between 1919 and 1940, over half the original boats are still sailing and racing.
- The cockpit will easily fit 6 adults, and they are generally raced with 3-4 crew.
Please don’t hesitate to contact Peter Sterrett for more information or to schedule a personal showing today.