Steve wrote:

I know there is a semi official flag for singlehanding. Just a
silhouette of a hand in a circle, on a contrasting field... However
the only one I remember seeing was in a black and white photo..

I haven't bumped into this one. I _will_ say, however that single-handers
usually have little trouble recognizing each other in port. There's a level
of wariness and distrust (or is that seediness) that we seem to exude.

Does anyone know where to purchase such a flag, ready made or the
specific details and color so I can make my own.

I have had a number of specialty flags made by Christine Davis Flags in
Florida. They are probably somewhere on the Internet, but if you cannot
find it drop me a line.

As final note, I propose that anyone who flies the singlehanded
flag be excussed or exempt for all other flag etiquette/requirements.

Nope, you don't get my vote on this one, Steve. I have entered quite a few
foreign ports single-handed, and I cannot recall an instance where there
wasn't time enough to get the gear (including flags) ready to either anchor
or come alongside. My suggestion would be to just slow down and don't let
the situation, or the apparently helpful folks on the customs dock, dictate
your actions. Your first duty is to the safety of the ship.

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Good luck and good sailing.
s/v Kerry Deare of Barnegat
http://kerrydeare.tripod.com