Vintage 43
__Particulars__
LOA......................43’-0”
LWL.....................34’-9”
Beam....................12’-6”
Draft.....................3’-5”/6’-0”
Displacement.......15,900 lb.
Sail Area...............927 sq. ft.
SA/D Ratio...........24.4
D/LWL Ratio.......189
Power....................75 Hp Yanmar 4JH4-TE
Generator.............M4SE 2.2 Kw
Stephens, Waring & White Yacht Design continue a spirit of tradition-- more than forty years of excellence in yacht design, and the company is a result of recently reinventing themselves from their launch pad at Brooklin Boat Yard, in Brooklin, ME. The experience of the office spans the humble efforts of renowned designer and builder of wooden boats, Joel White, to today’s upbeat design office led by three men who have worked hard together for many years. Today Stephens, Waring & White advance their tradition into the changing world of modern yachting.
The work from this office can be described as "artful engineering" that is firmly rooted in the development of "Spirit of Tradition" (or modern classic) sailing yachts. These yacht designers have become well known for combining traditional grace with modern science and construction techniques, but are, also, seeking newer boundaries and attracting interest from more mainstream venues. Stephens, Waring & White, bring a vision and focus to provide any client with an exceptional experience in bringing their dream to life. In addition to years of design experience, Stephens, Waring & White bring to the drawing board a great depth of hands-on experience in all aspects of boat construction—the importance of that experience cannot be over-estimated. This is a key element in the range of services this office can provide.
A first for production yachts from the office of SWW Yacht Design, this lifting keel daysailer could be sailings’ version of the automotive industries’ “Crossover” concept in a Cadillac Coupe Deville. Rivolta Yachts, the well known Florida powerboat manufacturer, will commence production on the “Vintage 43” during the spring of 2009. The inventive yacht manufacturer is less recognized for its innovative sailboats, yet with plans to bring to market an easily managed, and well-appointed gentlemen’s daysailer, the company will attract new market audiences by delivering fingertip sailing and plush accommodation.
__Particulars__
LOA......................43’-0”
LWL.....................34’-9”
Beam....................12’-6”
Draft.....................3’-5”/6’-0”
Displacement.......15,900 lb.
Sail Area...............927 sq. ft.
SA/D Ratio...........24.4
D/LWL Ratio.......189
Power....................75 Hp Yanmar 4JH4-TE
Generator.............M4SE 2.2 Kw
Stephens, Waring & White Yacht Design continue a spirit of tradition-- more than forty years of excellence in yacht design, and the company is a result of recently reinventing themselves from their launch pad at Brooklin Boat Yard, in Brooklin, ME. The experience of the office spans the humble efforts of renowned designer and builder of wooden boats, Joel White, to today’s upbeat design office led by three men who have worked hard together for many years. Today Stephens, Waring & White advance their tradition into the changing world of modern yachting.
The work from this office can be described as "artful engineering" that is firmly rooted in the development of "Spirit of Tradition" (or modern classic) sailing yachts. These yacht designers have become well known for combining traditional grace with modern science and construction techniques, but are, also, seeking newer boundaries and attracting interest from more mainstream venues. Stephens, Waring & White, bring a vision and focus to provide any client with an exceptional experience in bringing their dream to life. In addition to years of design experience, Stephens, Waring & White bring to the drawing board a great depth of hands-on experience in all aspects of boat construction—the importance of that experience cannot be over-estimated. This is a key element in the range of services this office can provide.
A first for production yachts from the office of SWW Yacht Design, this lifting keel daysailer could be sailings’ version of the automotive industries’ “Crossover” concept in a Cadillac Coupe Deville. Rivolta Yachts, the well known Florida powerboat manufacturer, will commence production on the “Vintage 43” during the spring of 2009. The inventive yacht manufacturer is less recognized for its innovative sailboats, yet with plans to bring to market an easily managed, and well-appointed gentlemen’s daysailer, the company will attract new market audiences by delivering fingertip sailing and plush accommodation.
This shoal-drafted 43-footer will be on the water this fall, and shall prove to be a must-see at any major boat show for any sailor in the market for something fresh and new. Designed by the talented Stephens, Waring & White Yacht Design, the concept exemplifies classic lines and modern performance—as this will be the hinge pin of this marketing campaign. The Sail Plan reveals SWW’s current thinking between the balance of main and fore triangle—a back-stay-less rig and heavily swept spreaders the boat carries a square-topped mainsail of higher efficiency and more stable dynamics under sail. Of course, add the finely tuned sailing platform and onboard hydraulics, push-button sailing and all trimming duty should never be more pleasant! The “Vintage 43” hull and deck will be of corecell and vinylester-infused fiberglass laminates. The fit and finish of the interior will be semi-custom by Rivolta Yachts, leaving the customer to choose colors and trim materials to suit.
While the aesthetic styling of the yacht harkens back to traditional shapes, she also manages to display a fine edge for modern distinction. The superstructure will be characterized by her raked cabin sides of varnished teak that transition softly to a weathered teak cabin top, all of which runs effortlessly aft into comfortable cockpit coamings. The weather decks are to be clad in teak, while the ship’s hardware and Harken deck package in all polished stainless steel adds a clean and classy contrast. If one gets overwhelmed by the rigors of such a spacious and comfortable cockpit, then you may enjoy relaxing on the “sun-pad” situated on the afterdeck! Lounging and sailing will find new grounds for marriage on this elegant yacht.
Learn more about this yacht and its availability by visiting Rivolta Yachts online at http://www.rivoltayachts.com/ . We strongly encourage a visit to the innovative and inspiring website for Stephens, Waring & White Yacht Design at http://www.swwyachtdesign.com/ .
by Paul W. Waring
2/26/09
Finally - an SWW mast that's aesthetically tall enough! Maynard's not going to like that square top main, though...
ReplyDeleteNice blog! Original yacht design found here
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