When small becomes big

This time, Sibma Navale of Imperia has gone big. Following the success of the Armstrong 10, considered one of the most interesting "pocket classic family boats" in wood in recent years, the Armstrong 12.80 was born, also crafted with the finest materials. The designer remains the same: Mario Quaranta, owner of the Sibma Navale shipyard, with offices in Turin and Dolcedo, a small town in the Ligurian hinterland behind Imperia. Mario Quaranta, worthy son of Ernesto—who founded the family business in 1962—is well known and respected in both the wooden boat and vintage boat restoration communities. One reason for his renown is that he doesn’t just design and supervise; he actively participates in the construction process, getting his hands dirty with glue and sawdust, a testament to his deep love for the craft.

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