I have not been able to positively identify this delightful
small sailing cruiser, but she is similar to an A. F. Platt Finesse 21. The Finesse
24 would appear to have a higher cabin trunk, and differently shaped ports. ‘Drifter’,
the boat featured here, has running backstays, whereas a Finesse 24 has standing
backstays, and the former has been fitted with a bowsprit, making her a cutter.
‘Sea Bear’, the Finesse 21 for sale* at Watchet, has a single backstay and
three shrouds either side. The two boats look very much alike.
This sort of sturdily constructed vessel with a centreplate
and bilge runners is ideal for the shallow waters of the East Coast.
Links
A F Platt (Finesse) Ltd.
Finesse 21- Sailboat Data.com
*Finesse 21 8Sea Bear’ for Sale £8,950
Finesse 24 for Sale £4,250 (Sold)
Finesse 24s for Sale
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