Vessel Profile

Faranda

Faranda
Photo: David Craig

Story

This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1937 by Hope, Stanley G. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

In 1994 this vessel won the 'Best Restored Power' category in the 1994 Victoria Classic Boat Festival.

In 2001 this vessel was designated as a Vintage Vessel by the Maritime Museum of British Columbia.

In 2003 this vessel was featured in the 35 year Anniversary issue of Pacific Yachting Magazine. David Craig (Email to Nauticapedia 05/01/2024) states "We did a significant retrofit in 2023 and this vessel is now powered by a Beta 115T engine.)

Owners & Masters

In 1937-1945 she was owned by Stanley G. Hope, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1946-1948 she was owned by British Columbia Pulp and Paper Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1949-1964 she was owned by Harry J. MacDonald, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1965-1970 she was owned by Archbald J.R. Buller (MO), Victoria BC Canada.

In 1972-1974 she was owned by John D. Merrifield, Victoria BC Canada.

In 1975 she was owned by Ronald C. Turner, Didney BC Canada.

In 1976-2011 she was owned by Anthony N. Rose, Victoria BC Canada.

In 2012-2016 she was owned by Anthony N. Rose, Victoria BC and Kurt Sigouin, Malahat BC Canada.

In 2017-2019 she was owned by David Craig, Victoria BC and Kelly Thody, Sidney BC and Chris Thody, Saanichton BC Canada.

In 2020-2025 she was owned by David Craig, Victoria BC Canada.

Rebuilds

In 1994 this vessel was reconstructed. In 2023 this vessel was reconstructed.

Repower

Repowered with a Nissan engine (1972); Repowered in 2023 with a Beta 115T engine.

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Resolution (Autumn 2001)
  • Email (Kurt Sigouin - Nauticapedia 17/01/2016)
  • Email (David Craig - Nauticapedia 05/01/2024)
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