Owner’s comments:

Here is a bit more info on the history of the boat.  I have been building and repairing boats as a hobby ever since I built my first boat, a 14’ sailing dory in college.  I have taken courses on boat repair, construction, sail making and lofting locally and at Wooden Boat School.  Other boats I have built include two Rushton design canoes and a 11’ lap strake dingy.  I have done extensive repair on a 24’ carvel planked double ended wooden sailboat, and a 13’ Thompson runabout.  Most of my sailing experience has been with a larger 30’ fiberglass C&C Corvette.

A picture of a Barto Melonseed in wooden inspired me to build mine because of the beautiful lines and reported sailing qualities.  I justified the cost and time by convincing myself that I would use it after I could no longer handle the larger boat by myself. The boat was completed in 2008. A year ago I sold the C&C, but other interests have kept me from sailing the Melonseed.   In addition, my current living arrangements make it difficult to store the boat in a protected area where I can easily get it out to sail.  The boat has been stored in a protected structure since it was built.  The boat is not registered, as registration is not required for boats with no motor.  The trailer is registered in Vermont.

All inquiries should be made to Roger Crawford by email roger@melonseed.com

or phone 781.837.3666