Jim Elk

The Handiest Cat in Maine
The Handy Cat’s Herreshoff-style hollow bow and narrow entry spell speed under sail

Rebuild for a Vintage Bunker and Ellis Lobsteryacht
A vintage Bunker and Ellis lobsteryacht gets a rebuild, including a fancy new interior.

Lured Cross-Country by a Classic Riva
A classic Riva runabout project leads to a road trip.

Crafting Wooden Spars
For more than 25 years, Jim Elk of Bar Harbor has been the go-to person for wooden yacht spars.