Story
This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1955 by Turner Boat Works Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.
Historical Notes
Barry Clark states "I think that this was an unusual project for Turner’s. Dad was a woodworking craftsman and he agreed with Turner that they would provide the hull, cabin structure and engine. My father built the interior himself to meet the family’s needs. We only had the Merlin until about 1958. At that time family illnesses resulted in the sale of the cottage on Gambier Island and precluded ongoing cruising and use of the Merlin III so my father sold it."
Owners & Masters
In 1955-1958 she was owned by Ken Clark, Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1958-1961 she was owned by Albert D.L. Lea (MO), North Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1961-1962 she was owned by William G.V. Copping, New Westminster BC Canada.
In 1963-1972 she was owned by Benjamin Lang, Sechelt BC Canada.
In 1973-1983 she was owned by Beverly H. Campbell, Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1984-1985 she was owned by Beverley A. Branter, Surrey BC Canada.
In 1986-2010 she was owned by Terence V. Megannety, Vancouver BC Canada.
Repower
Repowered with a 325bhp gas engine (2004c)
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- Email (Barry Clark - Nauticapedia 24/10/2019)
