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Kim Hartley describes the construction and performance of the 40-foot gaff-rigged cutter POLLY AGATHA, a vessel modeled after the Bristol Channel pilot cutter Peggy.0:58 Dave Cockwell built the hull using grown oak frames and large planks sourced from Scotland, fastening the structure throughout with bronze screws.2:54 The interior features cat's paw oak paneling in the saloon and Iroko brightwork on the deck.2:28 Designed for both shorthanded sailing and large crews of up to 12, the boat includes a spacious aft cabin and additional bunks.1:41 POLLY AGATHA has completed extensive cruising, including a nine-week trip through the Western Isles of Scotland and various passages across the English Channel to destinations such as Douarnenez, Brest, the Scilly Isles, and Amsterdam.1:06 The vessel remains stable and manageable in diverse conditions, allowing for efficient sail handling once the traditional techniques for shortening sail are mastered.3:36

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