The time is right for our English Pond Yachts. Their artful
workmanship and salty, old style will delight your customers. And for offering these exclusive designs, you’ll be generously rewarded through exceptional sales results.
We’d like to welcome your firm to the leading shops, galleries and designers now presenting the Prentiss Court Collection. You can count on us always for attentive, dependable service and consistent quality. Don’t hesitate to call if you have questions, or if we can
assist in any way.
Tue ENGLISH POND YACHT Nearly every English lad was a “skipper” at the turn of the century. The model yachts they sailed were beloved possessions providing countless hours of adventure and competition. Garden ponds and small country lakes were the mightly oceans these boats braved. Safely dry-docked between sailings, on mantels or cabinet tops, they stirred the imaginations of young and old alike. The Prentiss Court Workshop is dedicated to recapturing for visual enjoyment the charm and salty style of these endearing sailing craft. The pond yachts that have inspired our models were sometimes made by sailorcraftsmen, sometimes by a handy father or uncle. They were fashioned after a variety of sailing cralt prominent during the Victorian era and into the early 1900s. / 2-TTANNIA A TREASURE FOR KEEPS Pridefully created by Carolina craftsmen to last for generations, each Prentiss Court yacht has a character of its own and is hand-marked with a serial number for use in recording ownership in the Prentiss Court Registry. A personalized collector’s certificate is offered at no added charge. It’s HIGH TIME House & Garden, Country Living, Southern Accents and other leading home magazines have featured pond yachts as design elements of inimitable appeal. For a sophisticated setting or a casual den, here’s a breezy nautical note of timeless enchantment. Display possibilities are wide open – atop chests, credenzas, tables, on walls, suspended from fine wires, on the floor before a window or perched CONCORDIA Our classic knock-about carries a gaff rig over a sleek hull with a long raked -| spoon bow and full keel. The stern tapers gracefully to the transom. Cockpit styling typical of a day boat. This celebrated profile remains popular in today’s sailing world. 4 Length 30 inches. Height 36 inches. Hull/Keel Colors: Ivory/Burgundy. 4 Burgundy/Ivory. Emerald/Ivory. ‘1 Black/Ivory. Walnut/Ivory. All with Gold Shear Stripe. on a stair landing. What could lend more sportive flavor and nostalgic whimsy to office or home? THE PRENTISS COURT COLLECTION Five different designs make up our collection. As you can see from the sizecomparison chart, the Olympia Sloop is the smallest member of the fleet and the Concordia is the largest of our yachts. Color selections vary according to design. Options are identified in the text beside each photo. Our antique finish imparts a look of weathered performance. Hulls are hand-rubbed for a muted character and sails are lightly stained. Decks and spars are toned with a rich walnut stain. All models except the Olympia have functioning tiller-controlled rudders. These are boats with stories to tell. Cee SS ee TM~ ‘| YARMOUTH BRISTOL True to traditions in English yacht -| design dating back to the early 1800’s, our Bristol Cutter recalls “| sturdy vessels that plyed the channels of the British Islands. The gaff rig with large head sail hung from the bowsprit gave mighty power and speed. With a near vertical cut-water, the plumb-stem hull of our model has the round cockpit of a racer. Length 28 inches. Height 31 inches. Hull/Keel Colors: Ivory/Burgundy. Burgundy/Ivory. Black/Ivory. All with Gold Shear Stripe. / Sometimes known as a Bubfish or Una Boat, this design with its large single sail was simple and swift. Originally a humble working boat, her virtues won the favor of sport} sailors and inspired more sophisticated yacht designs. The large open cockpit of our model reflects its working heritage. Length 24 inches. Height 31 inches. Hull/Keel Colors: Black/Ivory. Emerald/Ivory. Both with Gold Shear Stripe. / / SOLENT This fishing boat and cargo carrier became ubiquitous in English waters as a hard-working, reliable performer. The mizzen mast that distinguishes our ketch gave added stability, keeping the plumb-stemmer’s nose | to the wind. Bringing home the catch or a load of lumber or _| coal, her three billowing sails | were a fine sight for those waiting on the docks. Length 31 inches. Height 31 inches. Hull/Keel Colors: Black/Ivory. Emerald/Ivory. Both with |_| Gold Shear Stripe. / y : ye ft x 2c A q-Lonstsh Narhona A CL 2, Re fe .dric een —— r 2 ores J TkleF ee eM Se y ~ sy – fl .‘ , ane nae & \ This jaunty little sloop sails out of the racing scene of the 1920’s. The Marconi rig with familiar triangular sails allowed easy handling. Her fullrun deep keel gave directional stability for cruising or competitive runs. Characteristic of Olympic sailboats through the years. Length 21 inches, Height 27 inches. Hull/Keel Colors: All Burgundy or All Walnut. Accented with Gold Shear Stripe. /L.de CVerde 245 4uoms § rT Ihnwe J | Barkages r Be _ Sorabal MATERIALS Solid hulls carved from select grades of white pine or poplar. Mahogany mast and spars. Copper or brass tiller. Cotton sails, rolled hems. High quality line. FINISH Hull colors are applied with opaque acrylic, enamel and walnut stain. Antique finish. Hand-rubbed for a weathered patina. Spars and deck are stained medium walnut. IVORY BURGUNDY EMERALD BLACK WALNUT DISPLAY STANDS Each boat is shipped with a display stand, as pictured. The Concordia and Olympia are supported by a brass T-stand. A simple wood cradle with low knob-top posts holds the Bristol, Solent and Yarmouth. Information on optional display stands and wall brackets is available upon request and included with each shipment. SHIPPING Boats are shipped UPS in custom containers, securely packed for protection. Rigging is shipped flat. A few quick steps are required to put mast and lines in place. Allow 2 to 3 weeks for delivery. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. ABSOLUTELY. Your purchase price will be promptly refunded upon return of shipment if for any reason you are not fully satisfied with your selections. CUSTOM ORDERS AND RESTORATIONS We welcome orders for custom designs, colors or special features including boat titles or personalization. Restoration and repair services are offered by the Prentiss Court workshop for antique models. We also purchase old pond yachts. ORDER FORM TRADE ACCOUNTS Prentiss Court, PO. Box 8662, Greenville, SC 29604 Telephone 803-299-3929 Fax 803-299-5015 Your Name Company Address City State Zip Telephone Special instructions for delivery Yacht Model Color Selection Price Keel Fe Ee Hull Shipping @$10.50 per boat TOTAL Residents of South Carolina, please add 5% sales tax. [| Check or money order enclosed. Payable to Prentiss Court. [_] ship cov. PRENTISS COURT P O. Box 8662 Greenville, SC 29604 POND YACHT COLLECTION PRE (OURL Yachting time! The time is right for our English Pond Yachts. Their artful workmanship and salty, old style will delight your customers. And for offering these exclusive designs, you’ll be generously rewarded through exceptional sales results. We’d like to welcome your firm to the leading shops, galleries and designers now presenting the Prentiss Court Collection. You can count on us always for attentive, dependable service and consistent quality. Don’t hesitate to call if you have questions, or if we can assist in any way. Me Pda Gene Dickson Managing Partner Trade Price Schedule/ 1995 Concordia $199.50 Solent 209.50 Bristol Yarmouth Olympia 199.50 199.50 98.50 Introductory Offer: Free shipping when you order six or more boats. ‘We guarantee your satisfaction. Immediate reimbursement will be made, upon return of merchandise if you are not completely pleased with your selections. PO. Box 8662 / Greenville, South Carolina 29604 / 803-299-3929 / Fax 803-299-5015
