Namaki was built by Lyle
Harrington for Ed Davis. She has a bridge deck house combining a well
equipped galley as well as the helmsman's station.
A galley located on the bridge has
specific advantages in that the cook is able to participate in the
activities aboard and is provided with unobstructed vision and fresh air.
Her ice chest, at lower right under the alcohol stove, is loaded from
outboard. Stowage space is provided beneath the sink as well as in a
"pass-thru" dish locker to starboard.
Mr. Davis's power cruiser was originally
conceived for the comfort of two on extended cruising in the Bahamas --
occasional guests, aboard for a weekend, are provided with comfortable
quarters in her aft cuddy. Her main cabin reflects the warmth and character
of oiled white pine, combined with brightly colored sailcloth fabrics on
cushions and pillows and the richness of African mahogany. The hinged box
berth, outboard to port, provides comfortable sleeping -- the settee,
directly inboard, is for sitting. An extension berth is shown to starboard
just outboard the fixed dining table.
The bridge deck house, looking forward.
Her companionway opening is at the centerline with controls to port.
Complete visbility is afforded around the horizon. Namaki is
equipped with an Edson steerer, with reduction at the sprocket. Stainless
wire runs over bronze sheaves to a quadrant inboard her stern post -- from
this a reach arm extends aft to her rudder head. A blade area of ample
proportions and the above arrangement has created extremely easy handling
and positive control in maneuvering.
Tucked in the aft end of Namaki
the cuddy, under a raised deck, provides comfortable accommodations for two.
There is sitting, headroom in this compartment. Her builder
has always referred to this as "his" cabin - and to be sure it is a snug
place to be. Two lockers, to port and starboard, provide ample stowage for
clothes. A bureau is tucked between the berths with access to the quadrant
and steering gear at the centerline. Further access to the engine
compartment is provided under the companionway opening.
A Maiwald soapstone coal and wood
burning fireplace adds its functional charm. The main cabin is an attempt
of the owner and designer to incorporate those elements conducive to comfort
and an atmosphere of hospitality.