Vessel Profile

Martha (X)

Martha (X)
Photo: John M. MacFarlane

Story

This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1926 by Lake Washington Shipyards Corp. in Houghton, WA.

Historical Notes

Hull Construction: 1 1/2” Cedar Planking 2” x 2” Oak Frames 9” on center Mahogany and Teak planking on house.

Owners & Masters

In 1926 she was owned by USA interests.

In 1965 she was owned by H.L. Carroll, Seattle WA USA.

In 1971 she was owned by William L. Bass, Seattle WA USA.

In 1989 she was owned by Mike Vangeystel, seattle WA USA.

In 2003 she was owned by Larry Ray Knapp.

In 2004-2011 she was owned by Dana Mcarthey, Bellingham WA USA.

In 2017-2019 she was owned by Dana Mcarthey, Anacortes WA USA.

In 2022-2024 she was owned by Bob & Jill Cofer, Bellingham WA USA.

Rebuilds

Rebuilt in 2007

Repower

Repowered with a GMC 6-V71 diesel engine

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