BAYLISS BOATWORKS 62

Building a custom Bayliss is undoubtedly a dream. Delivered in November 2020, Seven is the fourth 62 to slide out of the barn at the facility, and other than sharing a jig, each one is completely different. She also hallmarks the second convertible to be built by a previous Bayliss owner—the first being Hull No. 8, a 68-footer. This owner is hands-on; he knows—and more importantly, trusts—the process. Named for his seven sons, Seven not only has space for the whole family, but it also possesses the ability to chase fish in virtually any big-game destination.

When I asked builder John Bayliss what makes so special, he mused: “This boat is like the proverbial snowball you see off in the distance during