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I had been interested in finding a M23 for some time. I was perusing through Latitude 38 and found one in the classified. I called the owner and immediately went to see her. I knew these were indeed rare boats and I figured I had better not waste time. There she was sitting in the yard, uncovered and weathering for 10 years. It was not a pretty sight. |
The hull was covered with algae and debris. The lines were all black and covered in moss. The brightwork was badly weathered and again covered in algae. |
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The interior was covered in mold and cobwebs. There were piles of dead flies, spiders, and paper and mud wasp nests. The centerboard winch was missing and a hole had been made in the truck to access the top of the centerboard. |
I could however see that the hull was in excellent
shape and the interior wood was likewise. The cushions were also
like new. I could tell it was going to take some work, but she should
be a fine vessel when the cleaning was complete.
And then the work began. |
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