San Diego Tuna Boats

Seiner Carol Virginia built by San Diego Marine in 1972. Later had name changed to Bold Fleet , and Intrepido. Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net

Way back shot of 10th Avenue Terminal and Campbells shipyard. This picture says a lot , No convention center no hotels. Naval ships at Campbells . I can see  its the great Little Nina on 10th ave. Im guessing this was early 80s . Share your photos with us . sdtunaboats@cox.net

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. sdtunaboats@cox.net

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. sdtunaboats@cox.net

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 sdtunaboats@cox.net

Don’t know nothing about this seiner, But I love the name and the picture. Send your photos to sdtunaboats@cox.net

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 sdtunaboats@cox.net

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 sdtunaboats@cox.net

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 sdtunaboats@cox.net

Glasses, looks like someone is looking for fish. I’m  looking for photos whats up we know you have them . Share your pictures at sdtunaboats@cox.net