2002 Herreshoff 12 1/2

This 2002 Herreshoff 12½ is built by Cape Cod Shipmakers following Nathanael Herreshoff's original design. At just under 16 feet with a beam of nearly 6 feet, the boat combines the refined proportions and hull shape Herreshoff developed with a fiberglass construction that simplifies upkeep. An external lead keel provides stability, and the cockpit accommodates up to six adults comfortably, while a self-tending jib makes single-handed sailing straightforward.

The fiberglass hull is paired with traditional bronze hardware and wooden spars and trim, preserving the boat's character and heritage. The design is equally at home for day sailing, club racing, or mooring field presence. Built to exacting standards from the original Herreshoff jigs and patterns, this boat maintains the exact shape and specifications of Captain Nat's classic design while offering the durability and ease of modern fiberglass construction.