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Mystery Marlborough Sounds Launch

All we know about the above launch is that she is 27’, made of kauri and has a Ford 60hp does; engine that pushes her along at 5>6 knots.

From her cabin top layout she looks like she has been used as a bach ’taxi’, most likely private use.

Can any of the Southern Woodys put a name to her and any info on her past?

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