Fisher Island 23 "Norma B" available

[John Hutchison]

Just heard from Andy Giblin at MP&G that IYRS is offering Norma B to a good home. They've been paying storage and must give her up. IYRS says she's in rough shape, though.  Price (if any) unknown.  Call Terry Nathan at IYRS for details (401-848-5777 x211).

[Steve]

Thanks for the update, John.

[HerreshoffHistory]

"We believe Norma B was built in 1934 and carries Herreshoff hull #1274. She was donated to IYRS by Peter Carter, who acquired her from the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum in Maryland. In a 2003 survey, she was found to be in good condition. It was noted that she had just received a number of new planks and replaced frames (not sistered) and that the workmanship is of 'excellent quality.' Her mast is reported to be original. Her size and traditional construction make her a perfect candidate for restoration in the second year of our boatbuilding and restoration program. She has already had considerable work done and does not require a complete rebuild.
NORMA B’S PARTICULARS
LOA 34'
LWL 23'
Beam 7'
Draft 4' 6"
Disp. 5050 lbs.
Backbone and Framing White Oak
Planking Mahogany (tight seam)
Deck Canvas covered Cedar
Ballast 2500 lbs. of lead" (Source: Picotte, Jay. "Norma B --- Fishers Island 23." IYRS Restoration Quarterly, Fall 2007, p. 20-21.)