The Lawley tender has a fine entrance but full sections well forward of amidships that extend to the after thwart, providing buoyancy for five or six adults. With her straight run to the transom, she will carry well between strokes, whether loaded or not.
Many of us who love small boats hope someday to come upon a real gem, stored and all but forgotten in the loft of a barn or shed. This happened to me, although I was slow to realize what I was looking at. I had known where this boat was stored and several times had climbed a rickety ladder to give her a quick look. It was only when she was brought out for display that I realized how fine she was. I have built small boats all my life and have been proud of my work, but the craftsmanship built into this boat is truly humbling.