Author: sdtunaboats

Capt Joe Jorge rolling net, this seiner was built at Campbells in San Diego in 1972. Launched Elizabeth CJ , spent most of her time as the Maria CJ. [email protected]

Damn this is a old Eastern Pacific, Built by Martinac way back in 1965. I actually believe the this old seiner may still be going but not totally sure. Im sure its unloaded a few times. [email protected]

Thank you to Wyatt Uhlein for sending in this photo from his Family’s collection. I believe its the American Eagle but not sure.  Definitely a time when men were still men. Share your pictures at [email protected]

Don’t know nothing about this seiner, But I love the name and the picture. Send your photos to [email protected]

Cape San Vincent rolling net aboard. Sure the tuna fleet expanded to the super seiners but it was these little guys that kicked ass in the early 70s. Share your memories and photos with us at [email protected]

What a amazing photo.. Two of my favorite boats all time , Antonina C and the Uncle Louie. Donated by the Castagnola family this photo shows two of the three family rigs. Im not sure but I’m willing to bet the only family owned company in the Tuna fleet that owned 3 seiners all from different shipyards. San Diego Marine , Campbells and not shown here the Andrea C from Martinac shipyard. One day I would love to know the story if any behind that . Share your memories and photos with us at [email protected]

Stern shot of the Toro Bravo. Im not going to say it was a good looking rig, because it was anything but that. Sure did catch some fish though. Share your photos and memories with us at [email protected]

Glasses, looks like someone is looking for fish. I’m  looking for photos whats up we know you have them . Share your pictures at [email protected]

Great Shot of this seiner. Launched as the Legacy in 1982 by Martinac shipbuilders. Just made a beautiful trip skippered by Carlos Paiva. Share your pictures and memories at [email protected]

Working seiner, Mary S is way out of water I’m guessing she’s unloading or just finished . Built in 1971 by San Diego Marine later changed name to South Seas  briefly before being sold to Venezuela . Share your photos and memories with us at [email protected]