As the refinements of the Swampscott dory type reached its zenith, the need arose to depart more distinctly from the workboat origins—where rowing was as important as sailing—and to develop a dory type specifically for sailing in interclub races. And, as John Alden never failed to appreciate the trends of his time, he set Sam Crocker, then in his employ, to work on a sailing dory one-design class in early 1921. The result was a beautifully modeled 21-footer with a marconi rig, which carried 350 pounds of inside ballast.
21′2″ Sloop, Indian Class
DESCRIPTION
Hull type: Round-sided dory type
Rig: Marconi sloop
Construction: Lapstrake over sawn frames
Alternative construction: None
PERFORMANCE
Suitable for: Protected bays
Intended capacity: 3-6 daysailing
Trailerable: Yes
Propulsion: Sail
Speed (knots): 3-5
BUILDING DATA
Skill needed: Intermediate to advanced
Lofting required: Partial
PLANS DATA
No. of sheets: 4, plus specification supplement.
Level of detail: Average
Cost per set: $75.00
WB Plan No. 5
Related Publications: WoodenBoat No. 42
Particulars
LOA: 21′2″
LWL: 16′9″
Beam: 6′4″
Draft: (cb up) 18″, (cb down) 3′6″
Displ.: 1,200 lbs.
Sail Area: 196-230 sq. ft.