12 Metre Collection (page 3)

Group of 6 Metres racing downwind, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 6 Metres racing downwind, 1914

Group of 8 Metre sailing yachts racing close-hauled. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 8 Metre sailing yachts racing close-hauled

Setting spinnaker on the 8 Metre sailing yacht Spero, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Setting spinnaker on the 8 Metre sailing yacht Spero, 1911

The 12 Metre yacht Alachie makes swift progress upwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre yacht Alachie makes swift progress upwind, 1911. Alachie was designed by William Fife and built in 1908

The 8 Metre class Termagent (H9) sailing with spinnaker, 1911

The Truant and Antwerpia IV racing with spinnakers, 27th May 1912. Creator
The Truant and Antwerpia IV racing downwind with spinnakers, 27th May 1912

Termagent, an early gaff rigged 8 Metre sailing yacht, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Termagent, an early gaff rigged 8 Metre sailing yacht, 1911

The 8 Metre Termagent (H9) sailing downwind in fine weather, 1911

The 19-metre class Mariquita (C1) & Corona (C3) running with spinnakers up, 1911. Both yachts were designed by William Fife III

The 6 Metre class The Truant, Antwerpia IV and Spero, 1912
The 6 Metre class The Truant, Antwerpia IV and Spero racing downwind, 1912

The 8 Metre Ventana and Garraveen race upwind, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ventana and Garraveen race upwind, 1914

The 6 Metre Womba heeling hard upwind, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Womba heeling hard upwind, 1914

The 6 Metre Scotia IV heeling on upwind leg, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Scotia IV heeling on upwind leg, 1913

The 7 Metre class Marsinah, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre class Marsinah, 1912

Scotia IV running downwind with spinnaker, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Scotia IV running downwind with spinnaker, 1913

Verbena (H2), a gaff rig 8 Metre, sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Verbena (H2), a gaff rig 8 Metre, sailing close-hauled, 1911

The 6 Metre Scotia IV sailing upwind on a fine day, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Scotia IV sailing upwind on a fine day, 1913

The 6 Metre Amethyst sails close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Amethyst sails close-hauled, 1913

The 7 Metre yacht Strathendrick (K5) sailing with spinnaker, 1913

The US built 12 Metre racing yacht Vim, 1939. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The US built 12 Metre racing yacht Vim, 1939. Designed in 1939 by Olin Stephens, Vim had numerous innovative features including a trim tab on the rudder

Sailing yacht Trivia running downwind under spinnaker, 1939. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Sailing yacht Trivia running downwind under spinnaker, 1939. Trivia was an International 12 Metre designed by Charles Nicholson

The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing close-hauled, 1912

The 6 Metre class Vanda, Stella and Lanka racing upwind, 1914. Creator
The 6 Metre class Vanda, Stella and Lanka racing upwind, 1914

The 6 Metre class sailing yacht Jean, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class sailing yacht Jean, 1922

The 6 Metre sailing yacht Patience, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sailing yacht Patience, 1922

The 6 Metre class Mosquito sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Mosquito sailing close-hauled, 1913

The 6 Metre Class The Whim running downwind, 1912

Jonquil heeling on upwind course, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Jonquil heeling on upwind course, 1912

The 6 Metre class Sans-Souci sailing upwind. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Sans-Souci sailing upwind

The Truant sailing close-hauled, July 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre yacht The Truant sailing close-hauled, July 1912. The Truant was built by William Fife in 1910 and was first owned by Sir Ralph Gore

The dismasted sailing yacht Clio is attended to by rescue boats, 1912. Creator
The dismasted 8 Metre sailing yacht Clio is attended to by rescue boats, 1912

Termagent (H9), an early 8 Metre class yacht sails downwind, 1911

The 7 Metre Anitra (K4) sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Anitra (K4) sailing close-hauled, 1914

The 8 metre Garraveen (H7), sailing close-hauled, 1914 Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Garraveen (H7), sailing close-hauled, 1914. Garraveen was designed by Morgan Giles and constructed by Nicholson & Pulton, Southhampton in 1914

The International 10 Metre class Pampero (F8) sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator
The International 10 Metre class Pampero (F8) sailing close-hauled, 1913. Pampero was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1912

Ventana (H11) an early 8 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled, 1914. Creator
Ventana (H11) an early 8 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled, 1914

The International 10 Metre class sailing yacht Pampero, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The International 10 Metre class sailing yacht Pampero, 1913. Pampero was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1912

The 6 Metre Ejnar breaking waves, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Ejnar breaking waves, 1912

The 8 Metre class sailing yacht Carron (K2), heeling upwind in a good breeze, 1934

The 19-metre class Norada, Wendula & Mariquita racing close-hauled, 1911

The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing with spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing with spinnaker, 1912

The 7 Metre Marsinah (K1) and Anitra (k4) racing downwind, 1912. Creator
The 7 Metre Marsinah (K1) and Anitra (k4) racing downwind, 1912

The 10 Metre class Eleda (F6) sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 10 Metre class Eleda (F6) sailing close-hauled, 1913

The 12-metre Ierne sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12-metre Ierne sailing close-hauled, 1911. Ierne was designed by William Fife III and launched in 1911

The 8 Metre yacht Norman (H1) sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre yacht Norman (H1) sailing close-hauled, 1911

The 8 Metre sailing yacht Dilkusha setting spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre sailing yacht Dilkusha setting spinnaker, 1911

The 8 Metre class Termagent and Endrick, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre class Termagent and Endrick racing under spinnaker, 1911

The two early 8 Metre class Verbena and Termagent racing in a gentle wind, 1911

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"Capturing the Majesty of 12 Metre Yachts: A Glimpse into History" Step back in time to witness the awe-inspiring moments when these magnificent 12 Metre class yachts ruled the seas. In 1913, Cremona fearlessly crashes through a towering wave, showcasing its indomitable spirit and power. Crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, this vessel was truly a force to be reckoned with. Fast forward to 1939, and another Kirk & Sons creation takes center stage as a 12 Metre yacht sails close-hauled. Trivia enthusiasts will appreciate this glimpse into sailing history, witnessing the skillful maneuvering required for such an endeavor. But it's not just about the larger vessels; even smaller counterparts like Womba II make their mark. Running downwind in 1913, she effortlessly glides across the water under her sleek design – yet another testament to Kirk & Sons' craftsmanship. Stella joins the fleet in 1914, displaying her prowess while sailing close-hauled. The sight of her cutting through waves is nothing short of breathtaking – an embodiment of elegance and strength on display. In that same year, Lanka, Wamba, and Stella engage in fierce competition on a reaching leg. These three powerful contenders showcase their speed and agility as they vie for victory amidst wind-filled sails. Wamba II returns once more in all her glory during a thrilling downwind run under spinnaker. This image captures both grace and excitement as she harnesses every gust to propel herself forward with exhilarating speed. Vanda enters our narrative sailing broad reach in 1913 – an impressive feat that demonstrates both stability and control over turbulent waters. Another masterpiece from Kirk & Sons that leaves spectators awestruck at its sheer beauty. Ancora (K3), measuring seven meters long but no less formidable than her larger counterparts takes flight under spinnaker in 1913.