Norfolk wherry

The Norfolk wherry ( German about: Norfolk dinghy ) is a small cargo sailing ship type.

History

The type of ship was designed for operation in the Norfolk Broads. He released there from the late 18th century, the Norfolk previously used Keels, his heyday was roughly in the middle of the 19th century. Today, about a handful of historic vehicles are only obtained, which are operated as traditional boats or recreational vehicles.

Method of construction

The nearly 20 meters long clinker- built wooden cars with gaff rigging have relatively fine lines for a freighter. The largest part of the deck is claimed by the single large hatch at the forward edge of the sole, foldable for passage of bridges, the mast is located. The mast was not normally verstagt, but stood in a strong running mast trunks. The sail consists of a large gaff sail that can be operated by a winch by a man. The crew normally consisted of two men. In adverse wind conditions, you punted the ship.