Sincerity was designed by Ing. Vincenzo Bagletto and built at Cantieri Baglietto in Varazze near Genoa, Italy. She was named Janua and launched on Saturday August 4, 1928. She was built of three inch teak on oak frames under the strict survey of Lloyd's register to obtain the highest specification.

Vincenzo Baglietto (1891-1978) earned a degree in naval engineering from the University of Glasgow. His career spanned from World War I into the 1970s. Baglietto was best known for his meter boat designs, including the first 12 meter yacht built in Italy, La Spina. Few designers have attractive consistent victories in both sailing and powerboat competition, Baglietto did.

Sincerity was designed as a fast and comfortable cruising boat which is apparent in her lines. Her cut away forefoot and Bermudan masthead rig makes for a fast and easily handled yacht, which was unusually modern for her time. High bull-works and plenty of reserve buoyancy in the bow and stern keep her long sweeping decks dryer then almost any comparable yacht.

Rich mahogany paneling and furniture, bronze portholes and detailed marquetry provide comfortable accommodation for 5 to 7 guests in 3 well appointed cabins. Solid oak parquet cabin sole runs throughout the yacht.

Sincerity's main saloon is outstanding. Being there is truly an experience that sets you back to an era long gone by.

The aft cabin runs the width of the yacht, has a double bunk to starboard, a single bunk to port and a personal wash basin. The cabin is spacious and accented with a large overhead skylight providing plenty of light and air.

The starboard cabin has two large portholes, both of which can be fully opened. An intricate ventilation hatch into the deckhouse also provides a steady flow of fresh air through the cabin. There is a large 8 foot single bunk to starboard, commonly used as a double, and a single bunk athwart ship. On the port side directly opposite the curved stairs leading down from the deck house is a single cabin with beautiful cabinetry, hanging locker and porthole.

One of the most enchanting places to relax is in the deckhouse, where you have full view of your surroundings in old world luxury and comfort. If the weather prohibits an outdoor setting, then this is the ideal place curl up with a good book or sip sunset cocktails.