F/V Northwestern
F/V NORTHWESTERN
- Built in 1977 in Seattle, Washington
- The Northwestern was built 108′ in length originally and had 10′ added on in 1987, and another 7′ in 1991, bringing her to the current 125′ in length
- Fuel capacity is 60,000 gallons
- 1280 HP
- Gross tons is 197/net tons is 134
- The Northestern is made of iron/steel/alloy
Visit the Northwestern site to learn more about the F/V Northwestern.
liz and steve stasney said
Hey crew,
We love the show and look forward to the season. You are always in our prayers when you are out there. My dad lives on Kodiak Island and was a crab fisherman for many years we understand the importance of the job and appreciate you all.
Stay safe
The stasney Family
gavin mannering said
hi sig i have the upmost respect in you and ur familily even though im from the boring uk i love wat u d fr ur family i watch vry ide f dc ad you areby far he suprem crew of all thats why i got a tattoo of the northwestern on my leg out of respect id love to do wat u guys do i will aways respect YOU and THE THINGS YOU DO FOR UR FAMILY TAKE CARE GAVE PS A POEM FOR UR BOAT A PREAR REALY ANGELS EAST ANGELS EWEST NORTH & SOUTH JUST DO UR BEST GAURD AND WATCH YOU WHILE U REST AMEN …GAV
Joy said
Hi Sig and crew
May the Lord keep you safe and give you calmer waters. I enjoy watching the hauling, bating etc. Lots of entertainment, but I realize the hard work that is put in every minute and I can only imagine the responsibility of being captain. May the Lord Jesus keep all of you safe and may your pots be filled to capacity with good-sized male crab. God bless you all. Keep up the good work.
Your sister in Christ
Mrs Joy Visser
david b united kingdom said
hello Sig me old mate, thoroughly enjoy and admire what you do i wouldn’t mind joining in doing it myself, as a DECKHAND/GREENHORN lol, i have a question, ” it’s a safety issue :why are the crew NOT permanently attached to safety Lines while working on the deck, wouldn’t it be a lot safer for the men ?? twas just a thought, looking forward to DC S5 by the way, stay safe, have a good season, all the best, regards, David
jonas said
halla sig jeg er Jonas kommer fra norge
du har en drit kul jobb skulle ønske det var sånn i norge og:P
ser på deg på discovery hver tirsdag og håper du har en bra krabbe sesong…….
:hello sig iam Jonas im come from Norway you have a wery cool job i wish that we in norway had crabfishing 2.
im wathing you on discovery every tuesday i hope you have a great sesong:D
jonas 13år
Barbara Pennell said
Sig, Love being able to watch you and your crew! I know it must be a job made more difficult with production people everywhere, but thanks to you, people can watch true action and learn about the Bering Sea. It takes some pretty rugged men to do what you do! I think you are underpaid, but admired for your courage! I missed your visit to Orlando, Fl; only because I didn’t know about it ahead of time!
Please keep the series going-it would be a great disappointment to lose the Deadliest Catch.
My prayers are with you, and all the people who are involved in this show. Keep up the good work!
pennell.barbara
Une said
Hei Sig
som 14 år gammel jente er det vel ikke så vanlig å elske å se på ”deadliest catch” men men kanskje det er en nordmann ting 
lykke til fra Stavanger 
Lisa said
Happy Birthday Edgar, where ever you are. Stay safe.
michelle said
Hey guys,all i wanna say is i do not envy what ye do 4 a living..Im a restaurant manager and i tell ye what, ever since iv been watching ye, iv been telling every customer that has been eatin CRAB in my restaurant 2 so apperciate what is on that plate!!.So so respect ye and what ye do.Keep up the tough and excellant work,
Regards,
Michelle……….all the way from Eire(Ireland of the coast of the Atlantic).
Nathaniel Lekano said
hello sig and crew
luv watch the show, I live in the bering sea St.George Island AK me and my whole family like the show ttyl
Aleksandra said
Hi from Serbia,
VAUUU!!! I have no other words for your job and the Bering Sea.
Stay safe.
ben gray said
Ya’ll have done a great job!!!! Always be safe and don’t get “crabs”!!From your fans in Texas
Srdja Babic said
Hi again from Serbia, to all the crews-genuine heroes
ros mcdondald said
hi crew of the northwestern, have been watching your d.v.d. from season 1 through to now cannot wait for the latest. husband is addicted to the series keeps him quiet so that can be only be good. my extended family run a lobster fishing operation in the southern oceans australia so i know how dangerous this life can be stay safe and keeping giving us lounge lizards the thrill of our lives. from australia
peter said
EDGAR did you get my video response from youtube regarding the warzilla whichman 28 diesels. look up enginemasterbuilder. you will see video response to FV NORTHEWESTERN. sig keep rolling in the dough safely. peace
Cory said
hi guys i am a 7 yr old American in Chile. Luv the show. Stay safe…I can only get the show in English on the net. Cory
Rhonda Carter said
Hey Sig and Crew we love watching you guys and we think that you have the most exciting job you all do it very well!!! Stay safe and have a prosperous season!!!!
spitfire said
This is for the Northwestern crew and captain: Dont forget to bite off the fish’s head at the begining of the new season, for good luck.
Also, U are my favorites. Be safe and I wish you a perfect season.
God be with you all.
Greetings from Romania.
Parker Russell said
Hey guys,
I have seen every show and can’t wait for the next!! You guys are my heroe’s!! If there’s ever a spot on the boat for a hard nosed Arkansan, I’m your man! God bless and good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
P.S. – East coast fishermen a’int got SHIT on you guys!
Parker Russell
1110 Ranch Dr.
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 751-0556
lance goertzen said
why do the crabbers when traveling through canadian waters on route to alaska iv seen lots with the sodium lights on as a fellow fisherman it makes it very hard to see
when approaching keep em off!!
tammie said
MANY BLESSING TO THE CAPTAIN AND CREW OF THE NORTHWESTERN, MAY YOUR SEAS BE CALM AND THE CRABS BE PLENTY STAY SAFE GOOD LUCK THIS SEASON
bob hawkes said
to sid me and my wife think you are the best we allways pulling for you we live in tenn
bob hawkes said
good lucky to northwestern sid and crew stay safe
barbro johansson said
good luch ta all on the skipp greetings from sweden, se you every day mond. to fryday,wich i vos ther
bob hawkes said
to nortwestern allways pull for sid and crew be safe god bless
Kim Mason said
Edgar, I just wanted to remind you that, what you send out comes back 3 fold. So remember that in the upcoming season of pranks.
Colleen said
Sig and Crew,
I’ve never missed and episode. I pray for your safety and a successful season. Thanks for sharing this portion of your spectacularly dangerous job with us. Fair winds and following seas…
Kyle Gould said
Sig and all the crew of the northwestern. what you guys do is incredible, i wish you all the best. ever night you are in my prayers. I have been a lobster fisherman in main for about 3 years now, while lobster fishing is dangerous, i cant even imagine what you do.
good speed and calm seas,
Kyle Gould
F/V Bar Harbor
bruce lucas said
Northwestern is my favorite boat & crew on Deadliest Catch,.The 1st episode I watched ,I was hooked immediately.I can relate to being on the ocean,I seined for many years & trolled with my dad when I was a kid.but we never fished in any weather that you guys go out in,really enjoy the show,can’t wait for new season which starts next week,last year was not as good,I thoiught too much on capt phil & his health
Bob said
Find the crab
Use caution
Care for each other
Kindness to other crews
Bryon said
GOOD Luck and have a safe season Sig
Albert said
Sig I Like To Say Good Luck And Have A Safe Crab Fishing This Season Aloha Braddah AL.
zoltán makai hungary said
sziasztok mindig nézem a halálos fogást imádom szivessen kiprobálnám magam én mindig keresem a kihivásokat ha lehet csak annyit kérek válaszoljatok
Reddog said
HEY DAVID B, UNITED KINGDOM. THE REASON NONE OF US WEARS SAFETY HARNESSES IS THEY SLOW US DOWN AND IF A POT EVER GOT LOOSE WHILE YOU’RE TIED TO THE BOAT, YOU’D BE A PANCAKE(-:
Lacy said
Hey y’all!
Can’t wait to see the rest of this season! They waited waaaay too long to play DC. Serious withdrawls!!! By the way, love the Deadliest Starz video on Jakes Myspace!!lol!!!!!
Christian Gubi said
GOOD Luck and have a safe season !!!
Koolkid 2600 said
Hey Sig & Crew whats up
u guys are the best
mike u. said
show not as good as the past. been a big fan since day one
chelsea evans, 14, england said
hey Sig
ur one of my heros i watch you every week with my mum,, i said to her “if you could go one any of the boats she said that she would go on the northwestern”
i would like to work on your vessel maybe one day.
what you do is incredible. i have tried king crab and its yum! ha ha ha
i would like it if you did a tour in england!! if you do come to wakefield thats where i live.
write back if you can!
chelsea evans 14 years. england
Anders Christensen said
How do you do to your all, I am Danish
I have seen many episodes on Discovery, my dad was a fisherman in many years, fishing in danish waters.
I wish you all a god catch, many crabs and stay safe. I guess that was all
mikem said
I wanted to answer the question about why they don’t wear safety lines on desk. I’m not a fisherman but I know work boats. It would be way to much of a hazard to be tethered to a line. Getting snag, tangled in a line while a pot goes down, etc… No way it would be worth it.
My Dad and his brother owned a butcher shop together and the dynamic was much the same as on the Northwestern. Cracks me up. Love & loathe.
–mike
Seattle WA
Anita said
Shame on Sig!
Rachel said
Sig you are so amazing. i think you know my dad he is a captain for a commercial fisherman boat called the Insationable his name is Craig Backlund. Me and my Dad love watching you on the Deadliest Catch. You are amazing.
Carol said
Hey Sig
My husband and I are loyal Deadliest Catch fans,we watch the show every week and we would just like to wish you and your crew the best of luck and keep on fishing, stay safe…. and to the rest of the fleet boats too…bestt of luck and stay safe also
Karen from Mass said
To the captain and crew of the Northwestern. I started watching the show about a year ago and I am hooked. I can’t imagine doing that kind of work. I also like seeing how all of you guys are looking out for each other. There is a special bond that you guys have. I guess that you have to because your job is so dangerous. Stay safe and I will continue to watch your show. And I also want to send a big HELLO to Edgar. You have beautiful eyes.
Bella & Randy said
GOOD GOING ON CASH CAB. SIG, WERE BIG FAN WATCH EVERY NIGHT. GOOD LUCK AND BE SAFE ALWAYS……..
Bella & Randy
Aventura, florida
michael marino said
All the captains are fantastic, but you really seem to have the midas touch. You and your brother are a true team. May you all
be safe and thank you for allowing us to see bravery and people
at their best. God bless and Good hunting!
Sue said
Been a fan of the Northwestern from day l (back in the days of fishnchat). Was lucky to see the crew (unfortunately without Sig) last summer in Rhode Island. Hope they with Sig will travel there again this year.
Karen said
Sig,
I reallly admire you and your crew and all your hardwork. My daughters and I met you in West Chester, PA about a year ago at a book signing. You spoke to my dad who was in Florida (also a Captain) on my teenage daughters Pink Razor phone – she still brags about that to everyone. Took pictures and have them hanging around the house and beach place!! We have a boat and fish out of Ocean City, MD! Your Captain skills are amazing and are just mezmorized watching your run that boat! Good Luck and stay safe! Looking forward to many more incrdible seasons! Come back to PA or Ocean city!
Cory said
I am a 9 yrs old kid live in chile love the show stay safe. !!!!!!!!!!
Warren Zimmerle said
My family now looks a lot differently when a crab salad is placed before them. We ask ourselves if this meal may have cost a mans life. When we shop we don’t mind spending a little more when it says Alaskan crab. You guys deserve every penny. We only wish we new which crab companies get their product directly from the fleet. Buy what you support!
Joe M. said
Sig and crew,
Thank you for going out there and risking life, limb, family relations and money. You give my family something that is so important……time together. My 11 year old daughter, Angellina and my wife, Lynn and I watch and have begun to watch the reruns. I am glad the bad lanquage is bleeped though.
Please keep safe and if I knew you native tongue I would say, “Peace and Grace to you, the crew, the guys shooting the show and of course your families.
Joe
cathy brown said
Every crew feels like family to me now. I have never been one to become addicted to a tv series like I am to the Deadliest Catch. Be safe –all of you are in my prayers. As a 62 yr old grandmother I feel like you are all my boys .
Thanks for what you do.
Tiffany said
Dear Cornelia Marie Crew
I love watchting you bust ass and doing your thing. I have you all in my prayers. Is there a way you guys receive fan mail? Have a great season and please keep yourself safe.
Charles S. Burks said
Gentlemen,
Everyone picks their own way to make a living. Comin from an old man from Texas i must say you fellows show a tremendous amout of courage and skill in facing the sea and returning each season.
Your show is very entertaining and shows us what people in other parts of the world partake of.
May you continue to be safe and put your faith in our LORD AND SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST. Love each other.
I will continue to pray for you and your families.
Sweetchrissy said
Greetings from North of Your HomeTown: Blaine WA
I’ve had the pleasure of meeting a few good men that has worked the crab seasons up North and on the show. DVR is the best made device, allows me to watch each and every episode when I have the time. I have looked forward to seeing each and everyone (Your crew especially, it holds a bigger place in my heart, hailing from so close) every week. I still have that little bit of hope that one day someone from your crew will stumble into our small little town, and I will get to meet them as well. Have an enjoyable summer, and see you again next year! (Of course I will see you next week again!)
David Kunkle said
CAN I HAVE A BITE OF THAT HERRING?!?
Eva Johanson Storrs said
Dear F/V Northwestern Crew,
love you guys! My husband son and I are glued to the TV on Tues. nights for DC and After the Catch. Being from New England, we don’t see a great deal of Scandinavian culture here, so tuning into DC is such a pleasure. I always keep you in my thoughts when you are out on the Bering Sea. Special note to Edgar, you are a ladies man and a man’s man (without being a jerk). Thanks you for allowing filming on your vessel and stay safe!
Eva Storrs
(Eva Johanson)
Jim W said
Well it’s the 4th of July weekend, and here is the Deadliest Catch Marathon on Discovery today and tomorrow. This is my favorite show. I agree with the person that says that now each time I eat a crab leg, I think of the men who risk their life bringing them to our tables. There seems to be less drama on your ship which makes it more fun to watch, you all do act like family, seem fair with each other and the new members of the crew as they have come onboard. So I know all of you aren’t fishing now, at home with your family, enjoy your time off, thank you for your part of the show, and know that we enjoy your show and appreciate all of the ships from the show. May you always have calm waters and following seas and live to be happy old men. Peace be with you.
Kim said
Hey Sig,
I am going to take a stab at your Fish Cakes recipe. My dearest and best friend, Trophy Woman, brought me some of her catch from Port Aransas, TX yesterday. I will be using Trout instead of Cod. I hope it’s just a good. My entire family loves the show. I wish only the best for you, your crew and all of your families. Please take care of yourself!
Kim Possible
Sherry said
Hi Sig and Crew!
I enjoy the show and may all of you have a safe seasons. Also, you guys are are quite handsome to watch!
raul ruiz said
Howdy captain sig and crew From dallas Texas. I am a big fan of you guys and always have you in my prayers along with the other ships and crews. Stay safe,and sail with God. He is always in the wheel house with you. Stay safe
Robert Fitch said
Hey yall,
I’d love to catch fish with the gang just once in my life!! That would be an experience! I worked offshore as a crewboat Captain and have a 100 Ton license. If you ever need a Alabama boy, let me know! Keep up the great work!!
Robert Fitch
MARIA BRAVO said
I want to blow chunks just watching the show! Never want to be on a boat! The Northwestern rules! Sig is a loveable badass!
TED said
i appreciate the terrible conditions you guys have to endure, as an ex merchant seaman uk. we didnt just sail stormy seas we had to carry out, other duties, sea watches, maintainence,etc… best regards good health always lads. ex able seaman.
Ted Barnaby said
yeah i am 22yrs old and been doing snow crab for many years i know how to do the job and love every min of it….but think i am readdy for the real thing i have no problem flying out ther to meet you in person to see if you think i have what it takes but i been planing to fly up ther and wait on the warf for a few yrs now, am readdy and willing to work anytime neways e-mail me back i whould like to hear what you have to say ! neways….
have a good season and stay safe to you and the crew
dennis batson said
do u think a healthy 50 year old man could start as a greenhorn on a crab boat
charlie said
Wow.. just saw the show when you drove back to port so jake could be with his family after his sister died.
I admire you and your brother and crew.. I think you set a example how men should act in life.
I cant say enough of what you did..
I am more than a fan of the show.. I am a fan of what kind of person you are…
Maybe that ass from the wizard will watch the show and see what a man should act like…
God bless
charlie
Javier said
SIG SIG SIG’S our man!
this is gotta b one of the crazyest jobs out there u have to b fuckin nuts to do wat these men do, and thats the truth.
ive been through some tough times in my life n i dnt know if i could do it. i wanna so bad but like they say crabing is the measure of a man, and im not up for humiliation.
its just that …man I figure iv spent 11years here n there in every dam correctional institution california has to offer , and i still cant get the balls to go n get a greenhorn job on a ship somewhere.
So I gotta give to all you guys on the NORTHWESTERN also Captain Sig , man you guys are tough n verry much well appriciated in the San Francisco Bay Area.
mabey one day you guys will c me on Deadliest Catch.
Thank You Javier
Emily said
Hey ya’ll oh my lordy mercy!
i love the show soo much.. i rlly want to do it..
haha. i would love to meet all of you. frm every ship. you all seem very nice.
everytime the show is on i stop whatever im doing an watch it!!!
i get upset when the pots aren’t full and get excited whenever they are..
Be safe
Chelsea Evans 14 said
Hey sig..
Am writing here again how sad am i? But i love the show and it is the best thing on british tv (if you have sky or satilite) you and your crew risk your lives just so you crab put crab on our plates and i think was you do for a living is amazing and you should be proud of yourself because not many people get a chance to do want you do so be happy and smile more on the show and quit the ciggies bad for your health
all of us fans in the world just want to meet you but it is difficult if you know what i meen
i wish that you are safe
chelsea evans 14
Niwako said
I am a BIG fan of the show and have been watching it since the first season started. My dad was a skipper for a tuna fishing ship. When I was young, I really did not understand the scope of his job responsibilities. Because of your show, now I finally started understanding what he went through to support us emotionally and financially. I appreciate him more and my respect and love toward him has deepened ever! Your show is awesome! You are always in my prayers! Stay safe!!
Chris said
I am a really big fan of all of you you guys. I hope i can meet you in person some day. I haven’t Missed an episode
wayne foreman said
Hey Sig
I was a pro fisherman in Australia, and dealt with seas aimiliar to what
you show.\
But the thrill is invigorating,and although you may class me as to old, im sure id enjoy the thrill of fishing with you.
Keep up the great work
WAYNE FOREMAN
matthew said
you are the best sig
matthew said
hi my name is matthew i live in australia we live on a cane farme and we produce cane i am a very big fan and i have seen season 1 2 3 and i am oriding the pc game alakan storm have u played the game.
write back
Keriann said
Hey I love the show!!! Everytime its on I stop to watch the show. Also I cant beleve that you drove back to port so jake could be with his family when his sister died. I thought that was vary nice. right than and there Isaid a prayer for him and for you. You are always in my prayers.
Robin from Georgia said
I really enjoy the show its over for the season as of last week, I hated to see it end. Sig just want you to know how very sexy and handsome you are, ya’ll need to visit Georgia sometime.
Joan Karolus said
Hi Guys,just wanted to drop in and say how much I love you guys and your boat…I have great admiration for what you all do, I would not last 5 minutes on any boat on the bering sea…God bless and keep you all safe,thanks for all the tears,laughs,and entertainment….I am also a fan on your fansite(Home of the Northwesterns)…;0)