CHINOOK was sold in March to a syndicate in Ireland. She is now in Europe and will be returned to her former glory. The new owners intend on racing her in the classic circuit in the Med upon completion of the restoration.
It seems that some of the original hardware was not included with the sale. The new owners would like to have it, and expect that the prior owner will be trying to sell it as antiques, "authentic Herreshoff", etc. He asks that if any of us spot such items for sale (eBay, Craig's List) etc., we let him know. So please, raise your hand if you see something ... it would be a shame not to re-unite hardware and boat.
Here is his note:
Hi Steve,
Just a small update on things happening with Chinook. She was purchased in March by a group of Irish sailors, myself included, with a view to totally restoring her to her former glory. I will be project managing the rebuild. She has now been shipped to Europe and work will be starting soon. The previous owner, a Mr Robert Rosenbaum, has retained various original items, including two of her deck winches, which I expect he will try to sell on as antiques or whatever. I would like to ask your forum members to keep an eye out for objects from a New York 40 appearing for sale over the next year as it would be a shame for Chinook to be separated from her original equipment. I know you have a couple of eagle-eyed members so I would much appreciate a nod in my direction if suchlike items appear for sale in the future.
You might also be pleased to learn that Rowdy has just completed regattas in Ajaccio, Corsica and Antibes, France winning both with ease. We are now off to Marseille and then Malta for more racing and believe me, Rowdy loves it !!
We are dedicated to preserving the remaining yachts of this class and I am actively searching for a buyer for Marilee so that she may be re-united with her sisters, Rowdy and Chinook on the race course where they belong.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Best regards,
Jono.
P.S. I am happy for you to post this mail on your forum if you so wish and I will give you updates when possible.
