Edson International is delighted to announce the installation of its custom wheels on the 46m Royal Huisman sailing yacht Elfje, previously known as ‘Project 392’. The matched pair of wheels for superyacht Elfje feature hand-laminated teak rims, as well as stainless spokes and hubs that glisten with a subtle sisaled finish.

Custom Edson wheel on board the 46m Royal Huisman sailing yacht Elfje (Project 392) - Image credit to Edson Marine

These carefully crafted sixty-inch dimater wheels for luxury yacht Elfje also contain a simple, but eloquent faceplate. Edson’s wheels drive a custom Edson mechanical steering system below deck. The multi-speed steering system for this yacht directs the  helmsman’s touch of the wheel through a gearbox with an integral wheel clutch, and then to the quadrant through a chain and wire arrangement. The gearbox allows the helmsman to adjust the steering wheel sensitivity and power to the conditions at hand, and clutch out the wheels when the autopilot is in use.

Custom Edson wheel for the 46m Royal Huisman super yacht Elfje - Image credit to Edson Marine

Edson’s advanced system places super sensitive bearings throughout the arrangement, giving the helmsman “feel” in the wheel.  Over the years, Edson has been proud to outfit sailboats with steering systems, from 18’ to 220’. This project marks another step forward in the development of mechanical steering systems.

Custom Edson wheel for the 46m Royal Huisman luxury yacht Elfje - Image credit to Edson Marine

Custom systems can be designed and built to virtually any set of specifications. However, Edson’s classic chain & wire and CD-i geared systems are available as standard production options. Edson International, founded in 1859, manufactures an extensive line of marine steering systems and accessories, boat davits, radar towers, and marine pumps for sailboat, powerboat, and marina applications.