In Mackinaw City four and a half years ago, I took and posted photos of the very rusty 1938 fish tug Kari A, one of which you see directly below.  But a lot can happen in that period of time, further decrepitude or thorough rehabilitation.

Above, that’s before, and what follows, is now.

Many thanks to Darrin Lapine, who wanted updated photo of his boat.  The good news is that Kari A. has been rejuvenated and is ready to fish again in 2022. 

Kari A. began life at Burger Boat in Manitowoc and christened Hustler, as seen here. 

You notice there’s no name on the bow?

 

When 2022 is upon us and it’s fishing time, the name Hustler will be repainted on the boat, her once and future name.

Many thanks to Darrin Lapine assisting in updating this post.  After all, suppose you imagined that my still unfinished 1948 beast still looked like the first photo here and not the last photos here.

Many previous posts with fish tugs can be found here.