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The Bristol Channel Cutter, a 28-foot blue-water cruising sailboat designed by Lyle C. Hess, features a long-keel, transom-hung rudder, and cutter rig.3:50 Originally inspired by 19th-century pilot cutters built to navigate the hazardous, high-tide waters of the Bristol Channel in Britain, the design emphasizes seaworthiness and durability over modern interior volume.2:12 The vessel displaces 14,000 pounds, with 4,600 pounds of lead in the keel, and measures nearly 38 feet overall including the bowsprit and boomkin.8:10 While early models were built by Sam Morse in California, production occurred globally, including in British Columbia, where some hulls were manufactured without Hull Identification Numbers (HINs).7:00 Standard configurations include a 13-horsepower Volvo MD-7A or 27-horsepower Yanmar diesel engine, a 64-gallon freshwater capacity, and sleeping berths for four.8:32 Known for circumnavigations by sailors like Larry and Lynn Pardey, the boat remains a sought-after choice for offshore voyaging due to its rugged construction and proven performance in heavy weather.4:30

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