Design No. 1093
Scolopax
Design 1093 is an auxiliary ketch by Alfred Mylne, originally named Scolopax. The design survives in the archive as a single drawing. While records of construction, dimensions, and subsequent history are not currently available, the design exemplifies Mylne's yacht design practice during his career. The auxiliary ketch configuration reflects a working approach to sailing yacht design of the period.
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Historical Context
Alfred Mylne was a Scottish yacht designer whose practice encompassed a range of vessel types suited to working and cruising purposes. The auxiliary ketch configuration—combining gaff or fore-and-aft sail with auxiliary engine power—became increasingly practical during the twentieth century as engine reliability improved. Such designs reflected the transition in yacht use from pure sail to mechanically-assisted sailing, accommodating owners who desired both traditional sailing character and modern convenience. Design 1093 sits within Mylne's broader body of work, though its specific context and fate remain to be established through further research.