I find it amusing that yacht builders have people convinced that 'master' cabins in the fo'c'sle are a good thing. When I worked on a tall ship, you started out as a peon and had to sleep in the fo'c'sle, where, when under way, you were tossed around the most, often violently. It was also the noisiest part of the boat at all times (other than the engine room). As you worked your way up in seniority, you were allowed to move aft to more comfortable and quieter quarters.
Of course the book, "Two Years Before the Mast" aptly describes traditional living conditions in the fo'c'sle. It is a must read for all west coast trawler owners. I suspect most members here already have it in their library.
Sorry for the thread drift.
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