Drascombe Gig
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Designer
John Watkinson
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Manufacturer
Churchouse Boats LTD.
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Design year
1984
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Number built
70
Never intended for the private buyer, the Gig is a pure sail training craft. When the Royal Navy sought a replacement for the Montagu Whaler the Longboat was considered too small so the Gig was designed for this specific requirement.
Build / Config
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Vessel type
Sail - Keelboat
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Rig type
Standing Lug
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Keel config
Centreboard
Dimensions
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Length (overall)
7.62m
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Beam
2.13m
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Displacement
900.0 kg
Sails
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Sail area (total)
23 m2
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Main sail area
16.75 m2
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Jib / Genoa area
4.93 m2
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Mizzen area
2.04 m2
