"Capt. Neal®" wrote in message

One must wonder why, on a modern GRP vessel, anyone could abide such an
ugly and dysfunctional bowsprit.

The Bowsprit is not only functional but adds to the fine sheer of the
vessel.

Modern boats should be designed to eliminate this anachronistic appendage.
It has no advantage other than increase the LOA of the vessel making a
small
vessel seem larger in the advertising brochures.

I don't think you are thinking this out clearly..... It provides a secure
platform to change sail in foul weather, as well as being a clutter free
area to store & deploy ground tackle. The bowsprit is stainless and teak...
a massive and solid construction. From the end of the bowsprit I can deploy
a gennaker. It makes an excellent platform for bow watch on a tricky entry.
The ladies love to strip off and use it as a dive platform.

Form & Function.... that's all I ask... that's all I get.

CM