BUZZARDS BAY 25

About the BUZZARDS BAY 25

Originally commissioned by Beverly Yacht Club of Marion, MA. At least 3 of the original 5 have been restored to near original condition. (2010). A dozen or more replicas have also been built. (Replica shown here in photo) At least one replica was built by the Concordia Co. (USA). One of the original boats ('Aria') has been on display at the Herreshoff Museum.

The Buzzards Bay 25 is a rare, historic vessel designed by Nathanael Herreshoff and built by Herreshoff Manufacturing Co. with a total production run of only 5 hulls in 1914. As a gaffhead sloop with a displacement of 7400.0 lb, it represents a significant piece of maritime history rather than a mass-produced cruising platform.

Best for:

This boat is best suited for heritage enthusiasts and coastal cruisers who prioritize historical authenticity and classic sailing characteristics over modern convenience or high-speed performance.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 7400.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.8, the boat possesses a heavy, stable hull form that suggests reasonable offshore stability, though its age and gaff rig require careful consideration for extended bluewater passages.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include other early 20th-century Herreshoff designs and similarly sized gaff-rigged sloops from the 1910s, such as the Columbia 26 or early O'Day models, due to their shared era, rig type, and displacement characteristics.