The Making of...

The Making of the Sara Sea

In February, 2001, we took a drive to Edenton, North Carolina, for a tour of the Carolina Classic factory. Mac Privot, owner and founder of Carolina Classic, spent the better part of three hours showing us in detail how the boats are built. As we were standing there, watching them lay the fiberglass for a 28, we casually looked at the order. To our surprise (and delight) the boat they were building was ours! The pictures below depict the building of the Sara Sea in various stages.

Laying the Fiberglass in Edenton, North Carolina

An arduous process, laying fiberglass is an art. It was amazing to watch these craftsman as they rolled out the glass, applied the resin, smoothed out the air bubbles...all done with incredible rhythm and precision.

Scott and Mac Observing

Mac took the time to explain every detail of the building process. And, knowing it was our boat they were working on meant even more questions from us. When you think about the fact that you are watching such an integral part of the boat being built, it really is awe inspiring.

Next Stop, Sun Power Marine, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

After a month in Edenton, Sara Sea was shipped to Ft. Lauderdale where Sun Power Marine painted the bottom and prepped her for her tower and delivery.

Topless Sara Sea Waiting to go to Atkinson Marine

Once the bottom was painted, she was transported (this time, by water) to Atkinson Marine where they built and installed the tower.

Making of the Tower

One of the finest tower manufacturers in the United States, Atkinson Marine, built our custom aluminum tower on a dye, on land.

Finishing Touches

The tower was installed while the boat was in the water. She was then transported back to Sun Power Marine where we would take delivery.

The Final Product on the Chesapeake Bay

After an adventurous trip north (see maiden voyage), Sara Sea arrived in her port-o-call, Salt Ponds Marina, Hampton, Virginia.