Looking good! Questions and requests...

In pic #2, is that a folding cabin table I see? If so, is it permanently affixed to the sole, or removeable? Does it get in the way? Any pics of it set up?

Any pics of the interior, assembled and shiny post-painting?

Was the strongback reinforcing plate already in there when you got her? Is it SS or aluminum?

The grab rails just below the windows, interesting placement, something to consider, haven't seen it done like that before (pic #3). Are the wooden strips above a backing piece for the handrail bolts, or something else?

Last, also in pic #2, it looks like the starboard ceiling (interior hull side) has either a covering on it, or maybe some sort of cabinetry built there. Or am I just seeing things (or not) on this crummy laptop screen?

I love how the Ariel sails, too. Katie Marie has folks in Winyah Bay talking and noticing. Alberg's legacy lives on...

PS - Congrats on the new-to-you boat!