"Big Brother"
Check out what I am working on right now...before it's complete!
"Big Brother" is a boat designed by the Swiss naval architect, François Graeser. It is owned by a local fisherman and is a very attractive double-ender that currently sails on Lake Geneva.
Due to the quick nature of its construction, pictures were not taken at the beginning stages.
This boat will be displayed in the Fete Voiles Latines in Morge, Switzerland on August 14, 2010. After which, it will be available for purchase.
This boat will be displayed in the Fete Voiles Latines in Morge, Switzerland on August 14, 2010. After which, it will be available for purchase.
Nearly Ready for the Bottle
The bottle is ready with the sea of putty awaiting its new vessel. All that remains is to add the bowsprit lines and cut the "Big" from the block of wood it was carved from.
Dime for scale, the same size as the 1/2 franc (left).
"Big Brother" uses a very traditional gaff rig with block and tackle system. This boat has a small cockpit just big enough for two people comfortably and a tiller steering system. If you look closely you can spot the cleats and the cockpit on the aft section.
