This Marblehead (vintage sail number 150) was designed by Peter Dunkling (a well-known British designer). It was commissioned by an American banker in London for his 13-year-old son. They lived close to Hyde Park, and the son would carry the boat and rig to Round Pond, assemble it for the current conditions, then free-sail it. It has since been completely and expertly restored by John Stoudt, who converted it to RC.
The hull was cleaned of all the original adhesive and reassembled. Hull repairs were done, the rudder was rehabbed, and a new deck was installed. Then all new fittings were used throughout. Finally, an electronics board with linkage was installed.
A new high aspect ratio rig with high performance sails was constructed with sails custom made from Icarex. She is a very competitive boat and has sailed in vintage nationals.
The original rig was interesting in that there was a sliding mast step, and the spars were a group of pieces of aluminum tubing that interlocked so an A, B, or C rig could be installed, depending on the conditions. There were also three sets of sails. All the original rigging plus John’s restoration notes come with the boat.
The boat is complete with electronics, receiver (no radio), and a travel stand.
Reportedly, this boat was very competitive and has since proven to be fast when sailed here locally.
Asking price $1,200.00 OBO.
If interested, contact Dr. Steve Newsholme at drsjnews@gmail.com Ph: 610-983-9583.
The boat is available for pickup in Phoenixville, PA 19460
