Posted on June 4, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden ships Comments on this Francois Vivier Portzic Dinghy
Francois Vivier Portzic design, built by Nick Twist in Cornwall in 2006. Dry stored since 2014 in a secure barn.
The original Portzic plans were created for an English yachtsman who had seen the impressive tenders used by fishing boats in Brittany and wanted something similar as a tender to his traditional yacht. The are typical ‘cods head/mackerel tail’ shape, terrifically stable and easy to row or scull.
Vivier modified this boat from the original plans to be stronger as she was intended to be kept on a tidal beach. The construction makes for a very tough little boat, over engineered some would say, but certainly built to last.
She comes with a Bramber road trailer, rig, electric outboard and cover.
A very eye catching little boat in superb condition.
Length 9’8”
Beam 4’7”
Posted on May 28, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this Fairey Marine Duckling
A brand new Fairey Duckling, sold to the late owner by Fairey Marine Ltd as a completed hull with the idea to fit her out for sailing. This never happened the boat has spent it’s entire life in the roof of the garage.
She appears to be in excellent as new condition. The hull is complete with thwarts and dagger board casing, but there is no rig, dagger board or rudder.
Complete with all the original plans, instructions and paper work from Fairey Marine Ltd.
A very special little boat as there cannot be another Duckling in this condition unless one was built new at huge expense.
Construction
Cold moulded hull glued with resorcinol in the usual Fairey way.
Mahogany thwarts, gunwhales and knees.
Posted on May 3, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this 17′ Clinker Motor Launch
17’ Clinker motor launch believed to have been built in 1950.
Spacious launch with generous beam, has been used for family trips on the Helford river.
Beta 20hp engine installed in 2005.
Complete with auxiliary outboard engine, fitted cover and galvanised road trailer
Length 17’
Beam 6’
Posted on May 3, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this 26′ Cabin Boat
Built by Charmans Boatyard of Bembridge in 1965, she would no doubt have been used around the Solent as a comfortable weekend boat.
A sturdy and safe motor yacht with a large aft cockpit, sheltered wheelhouse and simple accommodation forward giving a heads, galley and double berth. This is perfect for weekend excursions and nights away, with the new aft cockpit cover creating a large sheltered space aft when staying aboard.
She has a brand new Thorneycroft 60hp engine which has only done 40hrs running and has been professionally maintained this year with all new paint and varnish work.
Length on Deck 26’
Beam 8’
Draft 3’
Posted on April 16, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this Cornish Rowing Punt
Cornish rowing punt of unknown origin. Not as fast or light as the racing punts, but with more beam and displacement she is noticeably more stable and therefore a more practical punt.
Owned by a shipwright she has had various new planks and frames very recently and is basically a sound and solid boat.
Length 15’
Beam 4’8”
Posted on March 28, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this Trearddur Sailing Club One Design
Trearddur Sailing Club One Design sailing dinghy built by Dickies of Bangor in 1946.
The design was first produced in 1935 for the sailing club on Anglesey by nearby Dickies after a request from the club for a one design racing dinghy to suit the coastal waters of the Menai Straits.
This boat won the TBSC Novice cup numerous times along with various other local trophies.
She had a professional refit in 1998 and during the current 10 year ownership she has been well maintained and upgraded as necessary.
Length 14’
Beam 4’10”
Sail area 107sqft
Posted on March 26, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this 12′ McNulty GRP Sailing Dinghy
Simulated clinker GRP sailing dinghy built by McNulty Boats in 1990.
Bought by the current owners brand new and well cared for in their long ownership.
McNulty were known for their high quality wooden boats, mainly building clinker dinghies and motor launches. However in the later stages of the business they turned to GRP and built some of their sailing dinghy designs with GRP hulls, finished off with wooden trim to give them a traditional look and feel.
This is a lovely example, well maintained and complete with all over cover, road trailer and launching trolley.
Length 12’
Beam 4’10”
Hull Weight 83kg
Posted on March 26, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this 12′ Clinker Sailing Dinghy
Clinker sailing dinghy of unknown design and build. Looks to be a nice quality built with a gunter rig. Complete with rig, oars and electric outboard.
Galvanised Indespension road trailer recently tested and ready to go.
Length 12’
Beam 4’10”
Posted on March 21, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this Iain Oughtred Acorn 12 Rowing Skiff
Acorn 12 rowing skiff designed by Iain Oughtred. Built by the owner and finished in early 2024.
This boat has never been afloat or used, she is in as new condition. The owner has built numerous Oughtred designs with this method of construction and has a real talent for building and finishing his boats to a high standard.
This skiff comes with a very good quality galvanised road trailer that is available for an extra £500.
The Acorn is a beautiful boat to row, well balanced with stunning lines. Her epoxy plywood construction means she is lightweight and stiff and will require minimal maintenance in the years to come.
Length on Deck 11’8”
Beam 3’11”
Posted on March 4, 2024 by Wooden Ships -
Wooden Ships Comments on this 9′ McNulty Lugsail Dinghy
9’ Clinker Lugsail dinghy built by McNulty Boats in the mid 1980’s.
Build No. 2853
McNulty Boats are known for their high quality traditional dinghies, and although not in business any longer, their dinghies are well sought after when they come on the market.
Great little family boat for the kids to learn to sail, easy to launch and look after with great pedigree.
Length 9’
Beam 4’
