F/V Time Bandit
F/V TIME BANDIT
- Built in 1991, Gidding Boat Works
- gross tons-196
- Fuel capacity is 22,000
- The Time Bandit is 113′ long and 28′ wide
- Home port is Juneau, Alaska
- Hull is iron/steel/alloy
- Designed by the Hillstrands’ father
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Littlemelly9 said
You guy’s are tuff I onley wish I could do that when I get older.
Melanie Grabowski said
Hey Guys!!!
I just want to let you know that you guys rock!!! My grandfather used to fish on the Bering Sea, King Crabing. His name was John Rigo Machado. His boat the Navigator went down in 1977, in the
New Bedford Harbor in MA. I miss him so much. I was trying to find out some info on him because in the late 60’s early 70’s he saved 13 men on a boat that he was on and got the key to the city. I just can’t find any articles in the Web on it. I will continue to search!! You guys continue to be in my prayers! I love your show!!!
Godspeed!
Melanie
emerson gama said
HALLO CREW,I WISH YOU A GOOD SEASSON ON THE FISHING GROUNDS HAVE DEEP RESPECT FOR YOUR WORK AND HOOP THAT THE CAPTAIN WILL BE BETTER SOON.
GREETINGS FROM BRAZIL!!!
EMERSON GAMA
Dean said
Hey,
you guys are really awesome. your job is my favorite show. i even have your book. i met you guys at the new york boat show and you guys signed it. well capt. jonathon and andy did. it was still awesome though. you guys rock.
Jordan L Anderson said
sorry about that…
I live in Northern Minnesota (so im used to the cold weather), i am 20 years old with a graduate degree. I watch your show everyday, i would really like to join your work team. I am 5′11 220 lbs, and im strong. i can do everything that you would ask of me. I get along good with everyone i work with, I lived in Flordia for 14 years and know what the fishing life is all about, i used to go out on sea with my grandpa and spend days on end out there fishing.
Please consider my enjoyment and hard work that i can bring to your team!
Sincerly, Jordan L. Anderson
carole caravaggui said
when can we expect new shows- I’m like junkie for the show & dont even get to see re-runs anymore- Soon!! I just my first “deadliest catch’ t-shirt from a friend who just moved to Dutch. Miss the shows- BE SAFE. carole/Michigan
I’m also an Iditarod volunteer so getting ready to fly up to Anchorage next month to help out there.
opilia said
April should be the debut of season 5
mike glover said
Mr Michael Glover
11 Corndon Crescent
Sundorne
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
England
SY1 4LD
15/01/2009
Dear Sir,Captain,Crew,
I am writing to you in regards to any vacancies you may have at sea.
Over the years, I have gained various experiences in several sectors. These include, first aid qualified training, basic military training in the T.A. (territorial army) and sea experience, on the Irish Sea, on a yacht.
I have no criminal convictions, and I am fit and healthy and eager to learn. I am adventurous and am looking for the ideal job for satisfaction. I feel working at sea would be the ideal career for myself as it would satisfy my adventurous and hard working side.
I am equally able to work as part of a team or on my own, and I am used to working all hours, whether day or night.
Basically I am seeking a new challenge in my working life, and I desire to learn new skills to help progress myself personally and professionally.
I would be grateful for any response, and I thank you beforehand for taking your time to read this letter.
Yours truly,
M P Glover.
Brian Rix said
My goal this year is to be on a crab boat fishing and not wishing. So emails to every boat. I want on I am a 29 year old ex Navy Seal, wounded war vet that could out work a lot guys on these boats. I have no problems from my injuries, I am a team player and want to do this for years to come. From Sunriver Or it will be easy to get there so please email
steven pruitt said
i like your boat the best u brothers get along good and love what u do.I look forward to a new season STAY DRY!
Dawn said
Awesome,frightening,inspiring and downright certifiable! But you have got to be to do that job! May the good Lord watch over all of you and keep you safe.
Bonnie said
My father used to crab fish out of Jeneau. during the 40s, 50s and early 60s. I have been trying to find the boat that he captianed, but I can’t seem to find it. I know that he went out one day and came back three weeks later and put a for sale sign on his boat. He never talked about it again.
Daniel said
Hey guys. Love the show and love the book. Take care on the high seas. May your trips be safe and your pots full. We all extend our prayers and best wishes to Johnathon, The Axeman and crew of the mighty F/V Time Bandit as well as the entire fleet in the Alaskan Crab Fishery. Daniel Quartermaine
Western Australia
Jorge Rodrigues said
Guys, I love the show and all about it.
Keep it on!
Cumprimentos, de Portugal.
RYAN TANBERG said
HAY GUYS I MEET YOU AT THE MN,SPORTS SHOW IM THE ONE THAT GAVE YOU MY E-MAIL. ANY WAY I HOPE YOU CAN FIND ME A JOB, YOU CAPT.JONATHON AND CAPT.ANDY ARE THE COOLEST AND NICEST GUYS I EVER MEET. I WISH I COULD OF HANG OUT WHITH YOU GUYS HAVE A FEW DRINKS,AND VISIT A LITTLE. I WOULD LOVE TO GO ON YOUR SHIP WHEN IT IS DOCKED AND SEE IF I COULD THROW THE HOOK OUT AND SEE HOW FAST I COULD DIVE IN A POT AND HOOK THE BAT IN. THAT WOULD BE AWESOME. MEETING YOU GUYS WAS THE BEST DAY OF MY LIFE!!!!!!! THANKS SO MUCH.. RYAN TANBERG……
BP said
So glad to see Mike back on the boat!! Missed his sense of humor that I really enjoyed two years ago. Are there any new “postal” moments in this season??? LOL
bob hawkes said
to timebanit me and my wife allways pulling for the timebanit have a good season
donna said
have a good season i allways pull for the timebanit
Kyle Gould said
to the hillstrand and the crew of the f/v time bandit what you guys do is incredible, i wish you all the best. every night you are in my prayers. I have been a lobster fisherman in maine for about 3 years now, while lobster fishing is dangerous, i cant even imagine the dangers you face everyday. i admire what you do as a small family company. i was touched by the tribute you did to your father at the end of season 2 or 3. my dad was a lobster fisherman for almost 50 years, he would love to expierence what your family has done.
god speed and calm seas,
Kyle Gould
F/V Bar Harbor
Scot Colley said
I am praying for you guys to have a safe and lucrative season. I cannot even begin to imagine going through that for a living. My rough days are when it is 109 degress outside, I hate cold but love the show, it is the best, by the way, in my Deadliest Catch Fantasy League, The f/v Time Bandit is my boat. We get points for pranks on other boats.
God BLess
Scot Colley
Abilene Tx.
BRIAN HARDMAN said
WOW…LOOKS LIKE IT DON’T SUCK TO BE A HILLSTRAND THESE DAYS…LUCKY REDNECKS!
BUT THEM BOYS DAM SURE KNOW WHERE THE CRAB LIVE!
Bob said
good luck hillstrands. get lots of crabs, and be safe.
kyle gould is not a fisherman i know him and he is gay
Lacy said
Hey! Looks like the Hillstrand gang is always lucky! They’ve got good juju!!!lol!!
pamela said
Hello guys!I wish you and all my other favorite boats a SAFE,an happy season!I would love to see you play a prank on sig hanson!That would be the highlight of my day.One question can a women work on those boats as a baiter?If so how would one go about getting work?
Charlotte said
Neal this is your sister-in-law Charlotte in Seattle. I know you and your wife Debi are enjoying life and each other very much. However, I would like to speak with her at some point in time. Could you please have your wife call her sister. Your nephew is graduating in June and we would like to send you an invitation. I could send it by Eagle, Bear, or Walrus, but somehow I don’t think you will get it in time. Hope to come up this summer and visit. Talk to you soon, I hope.
Michael said
Hi guys, i just want to say i am so impressed by your quick manouvers to rescue the unlucky fisherman falling overboard in some episode i saw. Really nice.
God speed to you all, and have a good season.
Jack Graves said
Just wanted to say that you guys take such a dangerous job and make it actually look fun!Watching you rescue that fisherman who fell over board and all the emotional release after ward goes to show what an amazing group of guys you are. God bless you all.
Jack from Boston
michael marino said
To the captain and crew. Your saving the life of the fellow crabber brought tears to my eyes. The way you handle your crew
is top notch and you’re funny as hell at times. Thank you for
letting us all see true bravery at it’s best. May you always find a safe port. God bless and happy hunting. Michael
Gudrun said
Hey guys, we would like to purchase two sweatshirts from the “bad boys…”
Please advise how and how much.
Thank you. Gudrun
Caitlin Gandolfi said
Hillstrand Boys,
It has been such a please watching you boys in action! I can’t be there to experience it with you, but I can tell you right now that my heart is with you full time. We may not know each other and never even meet, but I love you boys! Don’t get me wrong, the Northwestern and the Cornelia Marie have won my heart too, but there’s just something to be said about a Hillstrand boy!
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve wished I could cook you a hot meal and be able to help take care of you on your rough days! I catch myself talking to the TV all the time! LOL!
I admire and respect the love care and family values I see on the Time Bandit. Your father would be proud of all of you!
*´¨ )
¸.•´¸.•*´¨)
(¸.•´ (¸.Caitlin Gandolfi
P.S. If you ever feel the need to play a good joke on Phil you could always find a way to incorporate a dollhouse to tease him for his mansion-style bird houses he makes in his spare time. LOL!
Mike said
Jonathan- Would like to know how to get some Time Bandit apparal. I’m from Cleveland,Ohio and am told all the time that I look just like you. Would like an e-mail address to send you a photo of myself. You won’t believe the resemblence. You have many admirer’s,including myself. Hope to hear from you. Good luck,happy fishing and God Bless you & crew.
Nita Wilkes said
It was great to see Captain Phil back onboard the Cornelia Marie. I just hope he doesn’t overdo. He’s an awesome captain. I like Sig, I like Keith, I like Jonathan and Andy, but Phil has always been my favorite. Welcome back, captain!
Sandra Vera said
Hey fellas,
I absolutely FREAKIN LOVE you guys, the Time Bandit, her Captain(s) and her crew are all just AWSOME men. I would love more than anything to just hang out and have a few “tasty beverages” with you guys, I love your energy. I know you are enjoying your off season and it is well deserved. Thanks for what you do, REALLY! I know you may never actually read this, much less respond, but just know, most men do not posses on third of the bravery, heart or intensity that you men have in you pinky fingers. Good luck next season, be safe, take care and most of all may GOD bless you and keep you all in His loving hands.
Best wishes,
Sandra Vera
Lake Jackson, Texas
Tim said
I’m a database manager and working I.T. need help? just kidding, I love your show on Discovery and know that I would never make it as a greenhorn on your vessel. Great job, thank you for allowing us the opportunity to eat some great crabs and I ate crab for thanksgiving. Screw the bird.
Alan Hensley said
Love the show always sittin on the edge of my seat, laugh my a.. off watchin Andy and Jonathan do the crab dance. Very enertaining.
Best of Luck
Alan Hensley
Central Illinois
Jennifer in Spokane Wa said
I am in love with both Captain Andy and Captain John.
Women are better looking naturally in Washington State. I believe Andy is married but not sure
about John. If you come to Wa state… drinks are on me ( you have to buy your own smokes!).
Peace and prayers to the Time Bandit crew… you guys are really fun to watch and you are in my prayers.
Jennifer at wiseguys555@yahoo.com
mike mayo said
What does the TIMEBANDIT have for main engine’s CAT’S?
MIKE from MAINE
David Kunkle said
You guys are funny!
Joe Dellwo said
Time Bandit rocks you guys are great its awesome what you do its really awesome i would love to get out there and do it for a trip on king crab
Robert Fitch said
Hey yall,
Keep up the great work! If you ever need some help from an Alabama boy,please let me know. I worked as a crewboat Captain and have a 100 Ton license. Becareful out there!
Robert Fitch,
Alabama…..
Marolyn Flamion said
We never miss the show and the marathon was great. We are from southern Indiana 40 miles from Chandler that is so neat big guys from a small town!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dave Smith said
Why does Time Bandit have two captains and the other boats have only one. Deadliest Catch is my favorite show. Keep up the good work and send some Alaska King Crab my way!!!!!
Sharon Sales said
Enjoying the ice capades of the season-5-had some interesting views on the ice pushing bulk-head on the front of the boat and location of the wheelhouse for balance-with a load on and empty. Love your energy and abbition and an expedition into these unknown realms is challenging. Will stay updated on the outcome of these weather extremes and incidences. Navigation in due respect. Thanks for the great times and influence! Have e really great day! See you on the “Boob-tube!”
cathrine said
i absolutely love the hillstrand brothers. andy you are spoken for but what about jonathen. it would be so awesome for you guys to come to south florida and visit us. i think i am the biggest fan out there. please come to visit. I want to go fishing out there with you guys but ia am afraid to fly for that long. it would be so awesome if you would come fly with me. while you were here i would show you south florida like you should see it. you would be amazed at all the fans that there are out ther for you. we have great fishing here but i dont think anything compares to king crab season.mnaybe i could hook you a bonita or whatever. I love you guys. crab on
Bill Slaasted said
John and Andy me and my wife r big fans we watch the show every day if not more. She even gave me permission to become a fisherman. I said if i could become one i would ive looked everywhere to apply not successful. So give a a shout and be safe. Peace out brotha
Michael Hansen said
I love you guys. People say that because I served in the Army I am a hero. I feel that other then Easy Company from WW2 on Band of Brothers. You guys are the heros. You put your lives on the line for us to eat. And I live in Centrel Florida near Disney and Universal Studios. You guys ever want to get in free let me know how many people and I can help out with Universal and get you in free. Sad you guys had to let someone go but like Johnothan said it was business not personal. I know you guys love your crew and the boat. It was a very hard choice. Hope to see you guys next season.
Zach VanDraden said
Rock on Jonathan! You guys are very entertaining, Jonathan reminds of the what a salty old sea Captain, And brother Andy a fertilizer salesman! You boys keep on making great hauls for big money, then you can sink that Old tin hog pen and buy your crew a crab hauler! Hang in there men!
Paula said
found your website for merchandise. would like to know if your getting any new designs. would love jamas and long sleeve shirts with pants oh and would love pet clothes.
Ame' said
Hello Hillstrand Capt.’s .
Great finale last night!!
I know you guys will be in Gloucester,MA .. I hope to be able to go there & see you guys again even to just get a glimpse of you Jonathan & Andy too but you are taken! You guys are the best! Be safe if I can’t get there.
wendylee hancock said
hey dudes, big hi from down under, sunny queensland actually, luv u guys and totally respect wot yas do, guess yas have heard it all b4 and keep on hearin it but youse r just way beyond awesome, i include each and every crab fisherman by the way, i feel the luv an respect yas have 4 each other, ya family values, and ya morals and respect ya have 4 those around u,and on top of all that yas keep the humour going,where wood we b without humour, so wont dribble on, just stay safe ya all an keep on keeping on, luv and peace always, wendy xoxox
Donald said
You guys rock!!!If your ever down in ft.lauderdale,fl. I would love 2 hook you up on a swordfish or we can shoot over to the bahamas for a marlin or yellowtails!!!I own a fishing charter boat & have web site o-sea-d check it out,its the sportfishing captail of the world down here!!!When i think we’re in rough seas i think of you guys & its a pond compared 2 where you fish.Much respect,fish hard!!!!
Joey said
Here are some pictures and videos from Gloucester with The Hillstrands and Josh Harris-
http://goodmorninggloucester.wordpress.com/?s=deadliest+catch&x=0&y=0