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NEREIDES
photos by Russell Ward

The above photos of Nereides were taken at the ‘Tree To The Sea’ meeting at Auckland’s Maritime Museum. Dick Fishers Akarana in the background.

The standard of workmanship of her is amazing. Given Russell’s fondness for this motorsailer I’m sure he will chip in with more details.

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Colin P on December 11, 2014 at 3:18 pm said:

Two of the most beautiful boats built in this country (in my humble opinion)

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harold531harold on December 11, 2014 at 9:14 am said:

Built by Colin Wild for Douglas Mill of Hobsonville in December 1937. Most illustrious history as support vessel for ocean races. 42.11 tons, 55’x15’x6’5″. Ted Copsey bought c1957 and did Pacific cruise. Creme de la creme.

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vintagesteamer on December 11, 2014 at 7:47 am said:

Arrrrgh! I’ll go blind!

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