The Fish is a husky boat with a roomy hull more like a cruising boat, in some respects, than a day sailer.  She has virtues of stability, rough water ability, good looks, and excellent handling characteristics.

Her distinctive pointed-front cabin trunk (almost a Herreshoff trademark) simplifies the construction and leaves more useful deck space than other styles. The cuddy cabin allows some privacy for use of a head or bucket, and she can have a couple of berths if desired. With the cabin trunk lengthened, she becomes a Herreshoff Marlin– a real cruising boat rather than a daysailer.

Compared to long-ended types she is much drier, and somewhat less expensive for the amount of useful space inside.  She is better for off-season and cold-water use, and generally be a fine, handy, compact boat that keeps the sailing fun even when conditions are less than optimum. 

The Fish sails fast at moderate angles of heel.  She features a large, deep cockpit that is reassuring for folks of all ages and particularly good for couples with small children.