Hi John, The grate arrived and it is beautiful! It fits the cockpit perfectly (see att. photos). I can’t wait to show it off in 3 weeks at Chula Vista when we sail San Diego Bay with our gang. It is sooooo much better than that bright blue rubber mat we had that slips out … Read more
Hi John, Got the hatch today Only problem is I don’t know whether to install in the boat or hang on the living room wall! Thanks, Phil Idaho Falls
Beautiful mahogany Sunfish Daggerboard. Brand new! This is a custom made sunfish style daggerboard with feathered edges for improved hydrodynamic flow. This fits the Sunfish and may also fit other similar sailboats. The Daggerboard measures 9.5″ x 45 .5″ x 3/4″ and is made from one piece mahogany. This board is the exact board currently included by … Read more
John – Got the rudder blade today – perfect fit and beautiful work and I appreciate the dowel reinforcement at the top. I have to refinish my centerboard now and would like it to match, and was hoping you could tell me what finish (polyurethane or varnish and what brand) you used on the … Read more
Fantastic professional woodwork! Thank you Mr. Owens. Your work is great. You made us a Vagabond 14 daggerboard exceeding my expectations. I would have had to study and have numerous trials for at least 2 years to do half of what you have done for us. I am so glad I found you. Thank You! … Read more
WOW!!! Beautiful! Just received New Dolphin Sr Hatch. I tried it for a quick fit without hardware and it looks like a perfect fit! And what a beautiful upgrade for my boat. Thank you John! There is no rocking and the hatch seal looks nearly watertight. Much better than factory design by a long shot. … Read more
I am absolutely delighted. The rudder is beautiful. I cannot imagine a nicer one – either from the view of aesthetics or strength of design. I regard the O’Day 25 as a very fine boat, but one of its weakest points is the rudder as evidenced by various reports of breakage. In my view, the … Read more
Got the zuma dagger board plus rudder, and I must compliment you on the workmanship, as well as the very fast service. I am extremely satisfied with the order, and would recommend you without reservation. They’re almost too pretty to use! John Tuckahoe, N.Y.
John – just wanted to thank you for the dagger board. It was there waiting for us at the lake house and we had some great wind. It fit the boat perfectly. Thank you for the quick turnaround and for shipping it to the lake house. Best, John Hadley, N.Y.
Hi John, We just got the rudder on the boat. It looks and works great! Thanks, Chuck Canton, Maine