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Beer beach scene from the 1950's showing many Mears built boats

The 19 foot clinker "Irex" for Harry Abbot in 1950 for Beer beach showing a very young Alan Abbot on the foredeck!

The 19 foot clinker "Irex" for Harry Abbot in 1950 for Beer beach showing a very young Alan Abbot second from the left. Note the deep backstand down the transom enabling the prop/deadwood to be brought out further allowing access while out at sea incase any debris interferes with the stern gear.

The 19 foot clinker "Irex" for Harry Abbot in 1950 for Beer beach

Beer beach scene from the 1950's showing many Mears built boats

The 20 foot mahogany clinker "Peter Duck" for John Harwood in 1957 for Axmouth Harbour. Note the depth of the top plank!