Design No. 613
Unnamed Design
Design 613 represents an auxiliary ketch configuration within Alfred Mylne's extensive design portfolio. The design survives in the archive as three original drawings, providing technical documentation of Mylne's approach to this vessel type. Specific details concerning dimensions, construction, client commissioning, and build history are not currently documented in the available records.
Original Drawings · 3 sheets
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Historical Context
The auxiliary ketch emerged as a significant design category during the period when Alfred Mylne was actively practising naval architecture. This configuration provided a practical solution for yacht owners seeking to combine traditional sail handling with the reliability of mechanical propulsion. The auxiliary approach—where the engine supplemented rather than replaced sail—reflected contemporary attitudes towards preserving sailing characteristics whilst addressing the limitations of wind-dependent passage-making. Design 613 sits within this broader development of dual-purpose vessel types in the early-to-mid twentieth century.