Custom Block Island Schooner Scrimshaw
Inspired by the rugged and seaworthy Block Island boats of the 1840s, Scrimshaw is a beautifully crafted double-ended schooner designed for exceptional handling and comfort at sea. Known for her smooth motion in rough waters, she rides the waves like a duck and inches windward with ease, no matter the conditions. Built in 1947 and launched in 1960, she features a Port Orford cedar hull over oak frames, reflecting the time-honored craftsmanship of traditional wooden boatbuilding.
After decades of careful stewardship by a professional mariner, Scrimshaw was donated to the Maritime Museum of San Diego, where she now supports select educational programs and special sailing events. Through these programs, she helps preserve the craftsmanship, history, and spirit of traditional sailing for future generations.
