Design No. 1089
'Beaver'
Design 1089 represents Alfred Mylne's work on an auxiliary ketch configuration. The design survives in the archive as a single drawing, forming part of the comprehensive record of Mylne's yacht design practice. Specific details regarding dimensions, construction, or commissioning remain incomplete in the current archive record.
Original Drawings · 1 sheet
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Historical Context
The auxiliary ketch remained a popular configuration for working and cruising yachts throughout the period of Mylne's practice. The type offered advantages in versatility: a two-masted layout distributed the sail plan effectively, whilst auxiliary power provided reliability in variable conditions. Mylne's design practice encompassed a broad range of vessel types, from large motor yachts to smaller cruising craft. Design 1089 sits within this varied portfolio, though its specific historical circumstances and influence remain to be fully documented.