We actually looked at a couple of Taswells before we bought our Bristol 45.5
We found them cramped inside , beware of the
teak decks , tight
engine room . We really didn't like the layout but the centerline aft bunk was nice. No encapsulated
keel . Deeper
draft . I love the
centerboard setup on the Bristol and the way she
sails . Not the fastest
boat on the
water but no slouch either . Great Cadillac ride and goes to
weather just fine .
I own a Bristol so of course I would try to sway you that way .
It all comes down to your taste , I personally love the Ted
Hood classic lines , I never tire of looking back at the
boat when we
dinghy away .
If the Taswell has
teak decks , run away !! They are screwed down .
As for build quality , I would give it to the Bristol , not because I own one but because I have not seen any thing better. Any of the second generation series Bristols are great platforms to start with and upgrade from there as we have done.
Have fun. Regards John.