When we bought our Mirror, it came with a couple of old, virtually unrepairable parts, including a rudder. We wanted a number board for our house. And Coronavirus Lockdown was in effect and I was looking for things to do. The result: a new sign made out of the rudder, where the number was cut out of the old rudder head and screwed to the old blade – all suitably coated with marine finishes to ensure protection from the Scottish weather!

Posted on behalf of Ian Brown:

The inaugural meeting of the St Mary’s branch of the Antique Mirror Sailors Association was held yesterday (7 July 2020) on a typical summers day – grey, cool (11 degrees C) but with pleasant light winds.  We plan to sail on gentle week days while Covid-19 does the rounds.  As usual there was a groupie camp follower who joined us.  Norman Ellis hopes to join us next week.  Sailing days are arranged by Ian Brown.  AMSA membership is for Antique (or retired) Mirror sailors who are avoiding contact with the younger members of the club.  Happy to sail with other aged members, but we do not want crowds.  This helps us remain socially distanced/isolated. 

Welcome also to the honorary member of the AMSA in the Solo!