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Vessel Type: Gaff Cutter
Fife “Seabird” Specifications:
LOA: 35′ 7″ / 10.85m – LOD: 27′ 4″ / 8.33m – LWL: 18′ 5″ / 5.61m – Beam: 6′ 10″ / 2.08m – Draft: 4′ 1″ / 1.24m – Displacement: 5,953.5lbs / 2,700kg – Hull: Wood Laminate – Designer: William Fife III – Built by: Hubert Stagnol at Benodet, France – Year Built: 2001 – Designed: 1889 – Sail Area: 485sq ft – Engine: 1 x diesel 11hp, vetus (2001) – Fuel capacity: 45.0 ltr (9.9 USG) Total – 1 Tanks – Water capacity: 20.0 ltr (4.4 USG) Total – 1 Tanks
Historical:
The Seabird plan dates from William Fife III 1889, but this example was built by Stagnol Yard in 2001 respecting the original plans as closely as possible. Light weight wood epoxy construction has enabled the installation of a motor whilst respecting original build weight. An exceptional boat in every respect this true modern classic is easily handled and was originally designed to be sailed single handed.