Design 297 Privateer Class
This early example of a "stock" design was developed in 1939 at the urging of Drake Sparkman. I am not exactly sure of how many of these boats were built. We have confirmation of three boats for sure: Rattlesnake built by George Lawley & Son of Neponset, Massachusetts and launched in 1940, Rowdy built by William Stone & Son of Oakland, California launched in 1941, and Bonanza, builder unknown. Here are the plans. And an early article. Please double click for zoom. Principal Dimensions LOA 35'-4" LWL 24'-6" Beam 8'-10" Draft 5'-3" Displacement 14,224 lbs Ballast 5,500 lbs (outside) 370 lbs (inside) Sail Area 523 sq ft
