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The America's Cup Auction Featuring the Private Collections of Ben Lexcen & Alan Bond (#122MG) Closed

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Lot 119EXPERIMENTAL "WINGLETS": Three winglets used in experiments for Australia II's winged keel. Ben was meticulous in his design of the winged keel, and tried many variations on the theme, a miniscule angle alteration making a huge difference. These winglets changed the course of yachting forever. Each about 28x28x3.5cm.

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The America's Cup Auction Featuring the Private Collections of Ben Lexcen & Alan Bond (#122MG) Closed

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  • EXPERIMENTAL "WINGLETS": Three winglets used in experiments for Australia II's winged keel. Ben was meticulous in his design of the winged keel, and tried many variations on the theme, a miniscule angle alteration making a huge difference. These winglets