Vessel Profile

Charkay

Charkay
Photo: Vancouver Public Library

Story

This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1920 by N.M. McLean Shipyard in Prince Rupert, BC.

Owners & Masters

In 1920-1935 she was owned by Herbert F. Kergin and Harry R. Fowler, Alice Arm BC Canada.

In 1935-1937 she was owned by Harry R. Fowler, Alice Arm BC Canada.

In 1937-1938 she was owned by Harry Fowler, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1938-1945 she was owned by Charles Harris, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1945-1947 she was owned by William H. Heard (MO), Pender Harbour BC Canada.

In 1947-1955 she was owned by Victor Eckstein (MO), Vancouver BC Canada.

Name Significance

Named for Charlie & Kay Harris.

Repower

Repowered in 1942 with a 100hp diesel engine by The Buda Co.

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