Projects – Cachalot: a gentleman's cutter

Restoration

Browse the links to show stories from the restoration project.
It started when 'Cachalot' sank in 2006, then continued ashore under a large tent until her launch in 2017. We started fitting out the hull once we were afloat. Sailing again during the summer, fitting out and maintenance since 2022 are described in the Log Book.

Restoration

Coachroof interior and OGA trophy, 2022

Cabin, forepeak and bunks

Galley, storage and chart table

Maintenance, covers and Award nomination, 2019

New sails and running rigging, 2018

Spars and standing rigging

Launch and demise of the tent, 2017

Last jobs before launch, 2017

New deck and rudder, 2016

Painting and starting the fit out, 2015

Finishing the hull, 2012

Auxiliary power

Restart planking and receive an Award, 2010

Replacing the stem and stern, 2009

Frames, knees, bends and planking, 2008

New wood going in, 2008!

A tent, a workshop and up with the deck!

Assessing the scope of the project, 2007

Steve, your boat has sunk!