Rawson 30
Masthead Sloop · Long Keel · 1958–1984
A William Garden-designed long-keel cruiser offered in tall-rig, yawl, and rare pilothouse configurations
Designed by William Garden, built by Ron Rawson.
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The Rawson 30, on the water
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Built heavy and sea-kindly — a boat made to cross oceans and forgive a rough night.
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