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Cape George Marine Works in Port Townsend, Washington, serves as the original builder for Cape George sailboats, including the 31, 34, 36, 38, and 40-foot models.4:29 Co-owner Todd Ecker explains that the yard’s design philosophy prioritizes traditional lines and high comfort ratios, with the 36-foot model featuring a Brewer comfort ratio of 46.10:52 The yard now specializes in rehabilitating older hulls, specifically addressing the common issue of rot in wood-lined fiberglass bulwarks by replacing them with modern composite materials and high-density foam.13:12 The facility maintains a fabrication shop capable of welding bronze and titanium, allowing for custom chain plate inspection and replacement.13:50 The yard also acquired the tooling for Bristol Channel Cutters and Falmouth Cutters from the defunct Sam Morse Company, expanding their support for those designs.14:48 Owners of older Cape George boats often face challenges with deck and beam replacement due to original construction methods, but the yard provides guidance on structural repairs and custom hardware integration to modernize these offshore-capable cruisers.28:42

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