Bob, not wanting to clog up Herman's thread anymore I thought it a good idea to start a new one for this subject. 😀

As per ours and Will's previous discussions I was thinking about using a fibreglass Huntsman 31 for something like the Solent Spear as the shape and size means that surgery wouldn't be too bad. The superstructure would need to be in timber I suppose but at least the hull would be in the correct material.

Not discounting a Swordsman 37 but I think that would be a much more involved project as I don't think there are any fibreglass hulls that could be adapted. It could be built in timber but that goes against the ethos for me and the superstructure would be a challenge, though I guess it is for any fibreglass designs because of their curves and narrow windows etc.?

As we know, only a handful of Solent Spears were built and potentially only one open top model, which would be my choice. Not convinced though. I keep thinking of the first Spearfish boats that had a fibreglass hull and a timber superstructure before they went fully fibreglass. The contrast between the white fibreglass hull and stained timber superstructure and the more classic look is a winner for me. But then again, too much like my other builds I suppose!

Must admit that the Supermarine Spearfish 32 is a bit of a looker though!

Chris

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ht597X_p_fUIt