Colin archer (22 july 1832 – 8 february 1921) was a norwegian naval architect and shipbuilder from larvik, norway.he was known for building safe and durable ships including the fram used in both fridtjof nansen's and roald amundsen's polar expeditions.. The double-end sea-going auxiliary thistle. thistle is a wholesome little ship. it will be difficult to find a more seaworthy model. she has behind her a heritage that cannot be matched.. Bd = bridge-deck : dc = double-cabin/cockpit : de = double-ended : fb = flat-bottom : ib = inboard : ob = outboard ; pw = plywood : rb = round-bottom : rd = raised.
Viking longships were used by scandinavian mariners for everything from commerce to exploration to warfare. with roots in the stone age, longship design reached its zenith between the 9th and 13th centuries.. Built like a tank and laden with teak, the hans christian 38 traditional (sometimes known as the 38t) is a heavy displacement double-ender that oozes the classic feel of a bygone age. like many american cruisers from 1970/80s it traces its origins back to the work of colin archer, who in turn. Nz boat sales offer a selection of launches, yachts, commercial, fishing boats and new boats for sale. new zealand's premier marine shipbrokers..
