Double Header
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
( Temporarily "Dois Peixes" )
Daytona 43’ - fishing out of Horta - Azores
a world renowned, timeless masterpiece of sport fishing yacht design
designed by the legendary designer & artist Jack Hargrave; “the man who put America on the water”
previously owned by “America’s angling elite”: www.oceanic-fishing.com/doubleheader PDF
the double Header has set 5 new blue marlin world records during her time in the Azores
Repowered with FPT in 2023
new FPT N67 420 HP engines (B1 type commercial rating)
new technology providing improved performance at all speeds in all sea conditions
faster response and faster delivery of high torque power at all engine speeds
technologically advanced noise and vibration reduction
outstanding environmental impact reduction
EPA Tier 3 Emissions Certified
excellent fuel economy: 3.4 GPH at 9 kts / 14.5 GPH at 22 kts (U.S. GPH total for both motors). Max. 30 kts
new technology allows for 600 hr oil change intervals and no oil change at break-in
extended warranty: 5000 hr warranty on all emissions related components
new Twin Disc gears, new shafts and new propellors
newly refurbished and reinstalled running gear and steering
new engine room ventilation by MVP - Murray Ventilation Products
FPT INDUSTRIAL ARE WORLD LEADERS IN INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY
FOR MARINE DIESEL POWER EFFICIENCY AND LOW EMISSIONS
NO MATTER WHAT'S AHEAD, WE STAND BY YOU.
Dedicated to the search for giants, our work is all about understanding the ecosystem
and Raymarine consistently provides us with the vision, the accuracy
and dependability we need to succeed - Capt. Les Gallagher
All New Electronics in 2023 (sponsored by Raymarine)
2 AXIOM + 12" displays (with RMK 10 remote)
EV-400 Evolution Autopilot with EV1 sensor
CP47 CHIRP SONAR
AIS700 Class B Transceiver
RAY73 VHF
Refitted in 2023
all new AC/DC electrical installation
all new electronics by Raymarine (sponsor)
custom rigged for giant blue marlin fishing
new fighting chair by Scopinich
new riggers by Rupp (sponsor)
new custom rods by Dru (sponsor)
new Tiagra 130 reels
new tackle by GZ Lures (sponsor)
newly renovated interiors (including softs, headliners, coatings and lighting)
Capt. Les Gallagher
37 years of giant blue marlin fishing in the Azores
most blue marlin ever caught in one season by one boat in the Azores (112 blue marlin in 69 days)
largest blue marlin ever landed in the Azores (1,310lb)
extensive big fish experience in Ghana, Ascension Island & Cape Verde
co-founder, 50/50 co-owner and CEO of 2 Fish Boat Works, Lda & the Double Header
co-founder, co-owner and CEO of OCEANIC® (Corporate member of the IGFA)
IGFA Representative for the Azores
fishing with 2 mates
“bait & switch” is available upon request
Our Story
Paul Scopinich (left) from Florida and Capt. Les Gallagher (right) from the Azores teamed up to create the new Company "2 Fish Boat Works, Lda" in Horta for the acquisition and renovation of the Double Header. After an extensive refit we are now pleased to offer our charter guests some of the World's finest giant blue marlin fishing out of Horta Marina; Island of Faial.
Photographing our angler's with their fish is important to us
Capt. Les Gallagher has specialised in portrait shots of anglers with big fish for more than 37 years
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