Dear all,
I would be very grateful if you could offer me advice on this restoration project.
I have only just acquired the yacht and I have no background information. On reviewing the deck / sails I think it might be a gaff rig cutter but I would appreciate your thoughts as to this. I would also appreciate your advice as to how old you think it might be. Although the photos dont show it well, its dimensions are 23" long, 7" deep and 5" wide.
I'm not too worried about retaining value, as it is in such a poor state already I feel it probably needs an extensive renovation, and I don't think the paint is original. Equally, it came with a lot of sails (all featured), which I suspect are not all original and maybe don't all belong to this yacht.
I don't want to take advantage of your generosity, but I would appreciate answers to the following technical questions:
1) What is the best way to remove the paint / varnish without damaging the hull / masts.
2) Can you recommend paints / varnishes for the hull which will give a nice finish.
3) Can you give me indications as to where I can buy fittings - such as the metal tighteners for the sheets / shrouds which will not look out of place.
4) Finally, although this may be a while off, can you advise me on which of the sails you feel belong to the boat and as to the best rig / how to arrange the ropes.
Many thanks,
Neil