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Little Jim
A 42-foot 10-inch Arch Logan-designed Bermudan cutter, refitted by Brookes Boatbuilders to remain active on the Hauraki Gulf.
PROJECT SUMMARY
Design
Arch Logan
Builder
Bill Couldrey, with Arch Logan’s involvement
Launched
November 1934
Type
Bermudan cutter
Length
42 ft 10 in
Construction
Triple-skin kauri
Arch Logan
Builder
Bill Couldrey, with Arch Logan’s involvement
Launched
November 1934
Type
Bermudan cutter
Length
42 ft 10 in
Construction
Triple-skin kauri
Design and history
Arch Logan prepared Little Jim’s design and backbone components before Bill Couldrey completed the yacht at Sulphur Beach under Logan’s supervision.
Her triple-skin kauri construction, counter and balanced sailing characteristics made her both a competitive yacht and a practical Hauraki Gulf cruiser.
Little Jim ashore after completion of the work.
REFIT PROGRAMME
Refit programme
Brookes Boatbuilders began Little Jim’s refit in 2007.
The work renewed the structure and systems required for continued sailing while retaining the yacht’s established character and handling.
Little Jim’s finished interior following the refit.
Little Jim ashore after completion of the work.
Interior joinery completed during the refit.
Project enquiries
Every wooden yacht presents a different combination of construction, condition, history and intended use.
Speak with Peter Brookes about what should be retained, what requires attention and the right scope for the work.