Pond Yacht, Vintage, English C.A. 1970's Era

This great, C.A. 1970's English pond boat originated from an antique shop outside of London. Although we believe it is American made since we had previously happened upon one, just like it, a few years ago.
The original owner said he bought it about 30 years ago in England.
This great yacht is in excellent condition. The red and black color combination is unique and the new black rigging compliments it's overall appearance. We kept much of the original accents in brass and copper. This great conversation piece measures 26"L x 28"H x 5"W (in its's stand).
We added a new felted bottom to the stand and refinished it also.

By the way, if you want to sail this boat in a lake, pond or the pool, it's ready to go...yes, it's seaworthy. So, use it as a display only or free sail it as they did many years ago in ponds and lakes throughout the world!

SPECIFICATIONS AND VALUATION

The following is a list of factors which are considered in our ship model Appraisal/Evaluation if applicable.

1. General quality of craftsmanship: Excellent
2. Provenance: Great Britian / London
3. Rarity (i.e.: P.O.W. & DOCKYARD vs C.W. MORGAN) Member: Rare Antique.
4. Historically accurate (regards to plans/research) The International Society of Appraisers
5. Builder (reputation) International Congress of Maritime Museums
6. Methods & materials used in construction American Institute for Conservation of Historic Value: Plank on wood
7. Uniformity of scale and proportion Artistic Works: Accurate
8. Size (2” vs 10’) Nautical Research Guild: 26” L X5”W X 28”H
9. Present condition: Excellent
10. Era & vessel type: 1970 to 1980: Full Keel
11. Sails: Cotton
12. Finish (painted or natural). Painted
13. Overall display and presentation: Excellent

Class A
Scratch-Built Model: Model built entirely from scratch materials by the builder with no commercially fabricated parts except cordage, chain
and belaying pins.
Class B
Modified Scratch-Built Model: Model built from scratch, but supplemented by the use of some commercially fabricated accessories.
Class C
Modified Kit Model: Model built from materials provided in commercial kit, supplemented by other commercially fabricated parts or by
scratch-built parts.
Class D
Kit Model: Model built entirely from materials provided in commercial kits.
Special
Sub Categories: Model built and/or displayed in any of the following methods:
Antique • Waterline • Cross Section • Cut-Away • Exposed Interior • Sailing • Half Hull • Rare Materials • Diorama • Power • Mechanized •
Builders’ Model • Extreme Miniature • Ship-in-a-Bottle • Shadowbox • Americana • Folk Art • Decorative • Pond Model • Production • Other



This unique and historic class “A” yacht would make a great gift for that special person who likes history and the open sea. A truly wonderful piece of history that will " Turn Heads"

We ship all of our boats with some assembly required. We detach the sails and rigging for safe shipment. Instructions for minor assembly will be enclosed and we will also send you pictures for easy assembly. Attach the sails and rigging and your boat is ready to enjoy!

Value: $500 to $550 (Auction or Retail) 2024

DISCLAIMER:
Appraisal estimates or evaluations of items sold by RJL Antiquities are solely deemed as "Estimates of Value" at time of purchase. Such estimates may change according to market conditions, time of sale or reappraisal of items sold. RJL Antiquities accepts no responsible for these potential "Market fluctuations" and does advise buyers of such goods of these potential situations upon acknowledgement of purchase.