Bristol
Yachts
Brief
History of Bristol Yachts
"Bristol
Series Unveiled"
-Boston
Sunday Herald, June 6, 1965
Clint
Pearson launched Bristol Yachts in the fall of 1964 after
he stepped out of the presidency of the Pearson Yachts Division
of Grumman Allied Industries. Purchasing the Poppasquash Point
boat yard and the land on Franklin Street to establish a manufacturing
plant, Pearson began the production of various yachts including
the Bristol 27 designed by Carl Alberg. In one year 172 Bristol
27's were built by Pearson's growing company.
Other
early Bristol lines included the Bristol 29 designed by Halsey
C. Herreshoff, the Bristols 32 and 39 designed by Ted Hood,
and Bristol 34 designed by John Alden.
Later
models included the 31.1, 35.5, 4.1.1, 45.5, 47.7 and larger
custom boats. The largest Bristol yacht built was Raj, a 72
footer built on speculation. In total, 4,400 Bristol Yachts
were produced between 1965 and 1997. Clint Pearson handed
over the reigns of Bristol Yachts in April 1998 to Bristol
Marine.
Frequently
asked Questions about Bristol Yachts
Are
Bristol Yachts still in production?
While
the former Bristol Yachts company ceased production in 1997,
Bristol Marine has introduced plans for a new Bristol 48.8
The Bristol 48.8 is a yacht whose hallmark is steeped in the
30-year tradition of Bristol quality craftsmanship and value.
What
information or parts are available for past Bristol models?
Most
parts are not available and often it is necessary to make
a custom replacement.
Does
Bristol Marine provide repair and service to Bristol Yachts?
Yes.
Many Bristol Yachts call Bristol Marine home and we are capable
of all repairs and custom refits. Below is a partial list
of Bristol Yachts serviced by Bristol Marine:
56.6
Oasis
47.7
Lady Carol, Raven, Shanna
45.5
Endymion, Duck V
43.3
Ultress
41.1
Freespirit, Bora Bora and Chansong d'Amor.
40
Incognita
38.8
Aura, Beau Blue
35.5
Sweet Sarah, Freedom
31.1
Blue Note, Cygnus
27.7
Tusitala
26
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