Key details

Current boat name
Kim's boat
Boat class
6886
Function
Cargo
Type

Dimensions and specifications

Length (m / ft)
5.64 / 18ft 6in
Leeward
Keel - fin
Masts
1
Rig type
Spritsail Sloop
Propulsion
Sail

Design and build

Designer
Traditional
Date of build
1925
Place of build
Somerset

Current status

Present use
Museum/WMHM

History

KIM'S Boat is an old boat restored in the 1960's by H Kimber and given to Bristol City Museum and later to SCMS. She was the catalyst for the building of YANKEE JACK (R 576). Only known survivor of her type. December2007 (Picture courtesy of Classic Boat)