Classic Conway One Design
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| Make | Classic |
|---|---|
| Model | Conway One Design |
| Year | 1937 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | £3,500 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Antique and Classic |
| Length | 6.1 m |
| Hull Material | Wood |
| Location | Bangor, Gwynedd, United Kingdom |
| LOA | 6.1 m |
|---|---|
| Length at Water Line | 6.68 m |
| Beam | 1.96 m |
| Min. Draft | 0.84 m |
| Keel Type | Fin |
| Displacement | 1400 lb |
| Designer | W H Rowlands |
|---|---|
| Builder | W H Rowlands |
Description
Conway One Design -
Built in 1937 - Major Referb in 2015 by current owner - New Sails 2015, Dyneema rigging, Harken Deak gear. A 2018 road trailer included in sale. Lying Ashore North Wales
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Overview
Make & Model: Conway One Design
Builder & Desiger : W H Rowlands
Year Built: 1937
Class: One-Design Racing / Classic Daysailer
LOA: 20 ft 0 in
Beam: 6 ft 5 in
Draft: Approx. 2 ft 9 in
Displacement: Approx. 1400lb
Keel Type: Fin keel
Construction: Carvel-planked mahogany on oak frames
Rig: Fractional sloop
Commissioned by the Royal Welsh Yacht Club in the 1930s, the Conway One Design is a rare and elegant class designed for performance and style. Only a handful were ever built, making this a coveted classic yacht. With sweeping sheer lines and proven racing heritage, this is a boat for the true classic enthusiast.
Hull & Construction
Carvel mahogany planking on steamed oak frames
Bronze and copper fastenings
Teak or mahogany brightwork Painted White
Long keel with full skeg rudder
Tiller steering
Major referb in 2015
Rigging & Sails:
Rig Type: Fractional Bermudan sloop
Mast & Boom: Sitka spruce (varnished )
Standing Rigging: Stainless steel wire
Running Rigging: Dyneema
Sails: 2 sets
Mouse sails from 2005 in good condition
Sanders Sails 2016
Deck & Fittings
Classic varnished coamings
Harken Deck Gear
Manual bilge pump
Mooring cleats and fairleads
Traditional deck layout with minimal clutter
Included Equipment
Fenders and warps
Anchor with warp
Boat cover and cockpit cover
Road Trailer new 2018
Spare parts and classic fittings
Condition & Restoration History
This Conway One Design has been lovingly maintained in keeping with her original design and character. Notable work includes:
Topside and Antifouling completely removed.
Wasted/Damaged planks replaced.
Plus several ribs replaced.
Varnish work refreshed 2023/24
Owners Comments
This Iconic yacht is a true classic and part of history in the Conwy area.
Conway One Design racing boats are very desirable and represent a fantastic opportunity for anyone wishing to own a true classic racing yacht.
This Conway One Sail No.10 was built in 1937 and had a major refurb and upgrade by her current owner in 2015, she has two suits of sails, Mouse Sails
in good condition and Sanders sails (2016) very good condition. Fitted with Dyneema Rigging, Harken deck gear and many other racing kit items. The boat is in excellent condition, maintained to the highest standards and probably the best COD in the fleet.
This boat is now ready for her next owner and setup to go with an impressive racing record since 2015, Road trailer (2018) included.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
