1970 Custom Bald Mountain Boat Works

Own a piece of Nautical history for yourself and/or turn her into an Airbnb! This 45' long range trawler was built by Bald Mountain Boat Works. Built by and for James S Rockefeller Jr. and designed by Navel Architect Geerd Hendel, her original name was 'Kyloe' in 1970. Her current name is 'Archimedas', the discoverer of displacement theory. She has had extensive interior refurbishing. All new refrigerators (2), 3 burner stove/range, Garmin instrumentation, new lifelines, 2025 new fire suppression system, all brass stanchions and rub rail/trim polished. Recovered cushions and air conditioning. Perhaps most interesting is that Liv Coucheron Torp, Thor Heyerdahl's first wife (married 1936-1948), later married James S. Rockefeller Jr. on August 31, 1956, in Greenwich, Connecticut. Thor Heyerdahl was the expedition leader of the famous Kon-Tiki expedition in 1947. Thor set out to prove a controversial theory: that ancient peoples from South America could have settled Polynesia using simple rafts and ocean currents, challenging the widely accepted idea of west-to-east migration from Asia. Current Description Vessel Overview Builder: Bald Mountain Boat Works Year Built: 1970 Designer: Geerd Hendel, a renowned naval architect Original Owner: James S. Rockefeller Jr. Original Name: Kyloe Current Name: ARCHIMEDES Construction: 1' Alaskan red cedar planking over oak frames Engine: 175 HP Cummins diesel Purpose: Designed for transatlantic crossings Refurbishment Highlights Over the past several years, ARCHIMEDES has undergone extensive refurbishments to enhance both functionality and aesthetics: Installation of new Garmin navigational instruments Upgrades to the galley, including a new propane stove and top-of-the-line refrigerators Addition of a cold plate refrigerator in the pilothouse Refinishing of all interior mahogany woodwork Repainting of decks with non-skid surfaces Refinishing of mahogany brightwork to a high gloss Polishing of brass stanchions and rub rail/trim Installation of new lifelines and hardware Recovery of all cushions and addition of new curtains in the pilothouse Addition of new dunnage boxes, deck chairs, and a sunshade for the aft deck These upgrades have been meticulously carried out to preserve the vessel's classic charm while incorporating modern amenities. ARCHIMEDES is currently located in Toledo, Ohio. The vessel is documented. For more details or inquiries, interested parties can contact Capt. Tim Kleihege. This trawler stands as a testament to the enduring quality of Bald Mountain Boat Works and the visionary design of Geerd Hendel. Its robust construction and thoughtful refurbishments make it a unique opportunity for enthusiasts of classic maritime vessels. Designer Profile Geerd Hendel (1903–1998) was a German-born naval architect who made significant contributions to American yacht and commercial vessel design over a career spanning more than six decades. His work ranged from luxury yachts to fishing boats and tugboats, and he was a pioneer in the use of aluminum in boat construction. Early Life and Education Born in Hamburg, Germany, Hendel apprenticed at the Deutsche Werft shipyard before studying naval architecture at the Higher Technical Institute in Bremen, graduating in 1925. He then worked at the Nobiskrug shipyard in Rendsburg. In 1928, Hendel immigrated to the United States, initially working in New York City in the office of naval architect Theodore Wells. Career Highlights America's Cup Victory (1937): Hendel served as chief draftsman for renowned designer Starling Burgess during the creation of the J-class yacht Ranger, which won the 1937 America's Cup. He collaborated with Burgess and Olin Stephens on the yacht's design, particularly focusing on its aluminum mast, marking one of the early uses of aluminum in yacht construction. Innovations in Aluminum Boatbuilding: In 1939, Hendel designed Whistler, one of the first all-aluminum yachts built in the U.S., constructed at Rice Brothers in East Boothbay, Maine. This 26-foot sloop demonstrated the potential of aluminum alloys in saltwater environments and influenced future boatbuilding practices. Maine Boats Homes & Harbors Boothbay Harbor One Design (1938): Hendel designed this 21-foot racing sloop, which became a popular class in Maine's sailing community. The design reflected his commitment to performance and aesthetics. Post-War Work: After World War II, Hendel established his own design firm in Camden, Maine. He continued to innovate, designing a variety of vessels including fishing draggers, tugboats, and recreational boats. Notably, he designed the William Hilton, a powerful steel towboat used for log drives on Maine's Chesuncook Lake. Legacy Hendel's extensive body of work, encompassing over 280 designs, is preserved in the Hendel Collection at the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath, Maine. His contributions to naval architecture are documented in various publications, including Roger Allen Moody's biography, Of Watercraft Form and Function: A Biography of Naval Architect Geerd N. Hendel. His innovative approach and diverse designs have left a lasting impact on both recreational and commercial boatbuilding. Builder / Owner James S. Rockefeller Jr. (1926-2025) was an American writer, adventurer, boatbuilder, pilot, and philanthropist. Born into the prominent Rockefeller family, he was the grandson of William G. Rockefeller and Sarah 'Elsie' Stillman, and the great-grandnephew of both John D. Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie. Rockefeller was born in Manhattan and raised in Greenwich, Connecticut. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II and later graduated from Yale University. James was featured on the cover of Time magazine on July 7, 1924, following his Olympic gold medal victory in rowing at the Paris Summer Games.