Every inch of the boat reflects Steven Hirsh’s commitment to optimal function and exceptional aesthetics. Just as with the Arts & Crafts philosophy he follows, Steven made no compromises for expediency’s sake.
Passion is in the details.
- The entire boat is blind fastened, just like the finest furniture. There are 2,500 blind fastenings in the hull alone.
- WEST SYSTEM® Brand Epoxy is used throughout – there’s no white glue anywhere.
- The hardware is silicone bronze designed by N.G. Herreshoff – much of it cast from Herreshoff’s original molds.
- The distinctive herringbone stripe is interwoven of ash, cypress and sable. Skew scarf joined, it is built right into the hull – breathtaking as well as extremely sturdy.
- The rub rails and keel are capped with “half round” bronze for durability.
- The topsides are book matched New England White Ash, known for its hardiness and tenacious strength.
- Every strip of wood is coated with epoxy on both edges, clamped into position and then nailed – resulting in an airtight waterproof seal between every strip.
10 layers of spar varnish protect the epoxy from damaging UV light and provide a beautiful, long-lasting finish that’s easy to maintain.