January 19, 2011. Wallace Bremner checked in on January 18, 2011 as the new owner of Stefan Sebregts' Whistler. A couple of follow up questions and Wallace responded with more info and later photos of Whistler. His emails, minor edits) are are below. Stefan's check in email and photos of Whistler follow

January 18, 2011

Hi Ron

I have bought a ‘Dolphin (Falcon ) 24 ‘ just recently  from Stefan Sebregt. I have started to do little bits and pieces of upgrading already. This winter I plan to do a refit so my wife and I will be able to go on longer cruises. If you need further information Email me.

Cheers

Wallace Bremner
Auckland, New Zealand

Stay tuned

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January 19, 2011

Hi Ron

I will not be changing her name, so as to keep with flow of ownership. It’s interesting that it was a cousin of mine that started producing the SS 24s then did the mo/ds for the deck/cabin which became known as the ‘ Falcon ‘. Interesting how things go in circles some times. Webmaster note: This interesting story about how the 'fin keel Dolphin' in New Zealand is covered here.

The (current) paint job does look at bit different to say the least in the photos (below that Stefan sent you), but it was repainted as you can see a year or so ago.

We, in North Auckland and south to almost Wellington, are verging on draught conditions at the moment with around 75 to 80 deg. F & 90s humidity. This quite high for this time of the year.

Cheers Wallace

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Whistler at anchor somewhere.

Note the interesting topside paint job. This photo on poppits is clearer. There must be a story behind this and we'll try and get it.

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Stefan's October 30, 2007 email is reprinted here. We did follow up on his offer of additional pictures of other Falcon 24's and his contributions provided a good base for our knowledge of these boats. More on NZ built S&S 24s and Falcon 24s can be found by clicking here.

           October 30, 2007

Hello Ron,
 
Interesting website!

 
I too own a S&S Falcon 24, named Whistler, here in Auckland, NZ. I've owned her now for just over a year and she has given me very enjoyable times. And I have come to appreciate her heavy weather sailing ability!

There doesn't seem to be a heck of a lot of info around on these boats, and I think it is a shame that the owners association got folded. Anyway, I do have a review of the Falcon, out of a boating magazine. Unfortunately, it is not dated, so I don't know exactly when it was published. I think visitors to your website might be interested in reading this. I know I sure was happy reading a bit more about what I think is a boat that deserves a bit more attention! So, attached you will find a PDF file of the article.

I also have a number of photos that I've accumulated of various Falcons. (Some of them showing different interiors). If you are interested in these for the
website, let me know. Enjoy.
 
Happy sailing,
Stefan
Auckland, New Zealand

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Falcon 24s have high aspect mains with only one set of lowers set up on the same inboard chainplate as the uppers.

Whistler's cockpit - photo resolution could be better but it gives a good view of the layout. Note the solar panel.

Whistler's V berth with athwartship head

Whistler inside looking aft