Blue Bird
Description
The Blue Bird is an 11-foot-3-inch catboat designed by American naval architect Charles G. Davis in the early 20th century, featured in his 1906 book How to Design a Yacht (The Rudder Publishing Company). This diminutive, gaff-rigged, single-sail craft was crafted as a tender or daysailer for recreational use in protected waters like bays and lakes, reflecting Davis's knack for elegant, functional small boats. Ideal for solo or two-person sailing, it prioritizes simplicity, portability, and ease of construction, making it a favorite among amateur builders and classic boat enthusiasts. Its historical significance lies in its detailed documentation, preserved in Mystic Seaport Museum archives, showcasing Davis's design principles for accessible yachting.
Construction Details
| Designer | Charles G. Davis |
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| Length | 11.000 ft |
| LOA | 11.250 ft |
| Beam | 4.167 ft |
| Max Draft | 2.580 ft |
| Min Draft | 0.580 ft |
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Blueprints
Sails
Blue Bird - 4-SIDED SAIL
| Luff | 10.17 ft - (3100 mm) |
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| Foot | 11.33 ft - (3453 mm) |
| Leech | 16.5 ft - (5029 mm) |
| Head | 6.67 ft - (2033 mm) |
| Diagonal | 14.25 ft - (4343 mm) |
| Tack Angle | 82.8 ° |
| Area | 104.28 ft² |
| Comments | Spritsail with boom. |
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