Design No. 501

Reiver

1978

Design 501 represents one entry in Alfred Mylne's extensive archive of yacht designs. A vessel named Reiver was constructed to this design in 1989. The design is documented by twenty-two drawings held within the archive, providing a comprehensive record of Mylne's work during this period. Further details regarding the specification and history of this design remain incomplete.

Original Drawings · 22 sheets

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Dimensions

LOA10.7 m / 35 ft
LOD10.7 m / 35 ft
LWL8.1 m / 27 ft
Beam3.4 m / 11 ft
Draft1.8 m / 6 ft
Displacement6.8 t

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Historical Context

Alfred Mylne maintained an extensive design archive spanning his professional career. Design 501 was realised in 1989 with the construction of Reiver. The year 1989 places this design within the later period of record-keeping documented in the archive. Mylne's practice encompassed designs for vessels of differing purposes and scales, reflecting evolving tastes and technical requirements in yacht design. The twenty-two drawings preserved for this design indicate a methodical approach to documentation, consistent with professional practice of the era.