jamaica II

[BCinerie]

I always wondered the history of the j2? What
Year
Was it built by who where etc. I loved those Monday marathons
And those cod marathons too! Hopefully the new boat will be fish catching machine !

[lingding]

I too am curious as to the age of that vessel. I have taken lots of fish over the years on that boat. It had 'personality' -great crew also. I will sorely miss the J-II. (was that a sub chaser in it hey-day?) Will love to know more from anyone who can share the folk-lore.

[Capt Joe]

Originally Posted by slim

Wow alota great trips on the J2. Any info on the new boat? Power, how big?

Let you know when we know.

Old boat was built in 1962 at Blount Marine Warren R.I. (Paramount)

[njfisherman1975]

That was a great boat captain! My first offshore trip was made on that boat about 20 years ago! Good luck with the new one!

[Mike S.]

My love of bottom fishing started with the J2. That boat will always be special to me

[DeniseNCC1701]

I understand the Jamaica II is the oldest of the fleet, being built around 64/65? I might be wrong. I'm really sad that it's going away. I'm relatively new to the scene, and was justing getting my fluking chops together! Hoping for a worthy replacement this year! Loved the marathons, and always a great crew.

Denise