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The Classic Beauty of Wooden Sailboats: Types, Characteristics, and How to Maintain Them

Welcome to our blog about wooden sailboats. These boats have a long and rich history, dating back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Phoenicians. Despite the advancement of technology and materials, wooden sailboats are still popular today for their classic beauty and traditional feel.

In this blog, we will explore the different types of wooden sailboats, their unique characteristics, and the proper techniques for maintaining them. From sloops to schooners, we’ll cover all the essential information needed to understand and appreciate these beautiful vessels. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a first-time boat owner, this guide will help you understand the allure and challenges of wooden sailboats. Let’s dive in!

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Types of Sailboats

There are several types of wooden sailboats, including sloops, ketches, yawls, and schooners. Sloops have one mast and are the most common type of sailboat. Ketches also have one mast, but with a smaller mizzen sail at the stern. Yawls have two masts, with the smaller mizzen sail located aft of the rudder post. Schooners have two or more masts, with the aft mast being shorter than the front mast.

Comparative table of types of wooden sailboats

How to maintain a wooden sailboat.

To maintain a wooden sailboat, it is important to keep the wood properly sealed and painted to protect it from water damage. This should be done every few years, depending on the severity of the weather and usage of the boat. Regularly inspecting and tightening hardware, such as deck fittings and cleats, is also important to ensure the boat stays in good condition.

It is also crucial to keep the interior of the boat dry and well-ventilated to prevent rot and mildew. This can be achieved by installing vents and keeping hatches and ports open when the boat is not in use.

Another important aspect of maintaining a wooden sailboat is to keep the sails in good condition. This includes inspecting them regularly for tears or wear and replacing them if necessary.

Lastly, it is important to keep the hull of the boat clean and free of barnacles and other marine growth. This can be done by using a hull cleaner and regularly scraping and sanding the bottom of the boat.

Pros and Cons of Wooden Sail Boats

Pros of wooden sailboats:.

• Classic Beauty: Wooden sailboats have a timeless beauty and traditional feel that can’t be matched by modern materials.
• Handmade Craftsmanship: Many wooden sailboats are still built by hand, which adds to their unique character and charm.
• Durability: Wooden sailboats are known for their durability, and with proper maintenance, they can last for many years.
• Repairability: Wooden boats can be repaired relatively easily, and small repairs such as leaks can be fixed by owners with the right knowledge and tools.
• Resale Value: Wooden sailboats often hold their value well and can be resold for a good price.

Cons of Wooden Sailboats:

• Maintenance: Wooden sailboats require regular maintenance such as painting and sealing to protect the wood from water damage.
• Cost: Wooden sailboats can be more expensive to buy and maintain than modern materials.
• Weight: Wooden sailboats tend to be heavier than boats made of other materials, which can affect performance.
• Rot: Wooden sailboats are susceptible to rot if they are not properly maintained and kept dry.
• Environmental Impact: Some types of wood used in boat-building may have negative environmental impact.

It’s worth noting that wooden sailboats are not the only option, and there are other materials such as composite, steel and aluminum that are used to build sailboats. Each material has its own advantages and disadvantages, and ultimately the choice will depend on the intended use of the boat, budget, and personal preferences.

Are wooden sailboats still made?

Yes, wooden sailboats are still made today. Although they are not as common as they once were, there are still many boat builders who specialize in constructing wooden sailboats. These boats are often built using traditional methods and are considered to be works of art. They can be custom-made to the buyer’s specifications, and many people appreciate the unique character and charm of a wooden sailboat. They are still popular among sailors who appreciate the traditional look and feel of wooden boats, and also among people who want to own a sailboat that is built by hand.

Are Wooden Sailboats Safe?

Wooden sailboats can be safe if they are well-built and properly maintained. However, it’s important to note that wooden boats are more susceptible to rot and decay if they are not kept dry and properly sealed. Additionally, wooden sailboats may be heavier than boats made of other materials, which can affect their stability and handling in rough seas.

It is also important to ensure that all the hardware, rigging, and sails are in good condition, as these are crucial for the safety of the boat and its crew.

Regular maintenance, inspections, and safety check-ups are important for wooden sailboats, just like any other sailboats, to ensure that they are in good condition and safe to sail. It’s also important to have basic knowledge of the boat and the sea, and to be aware of the weather conditions before going out to sail.

It’s worth noting that wooden sailboats may not be suitable for everyone, and different types of boats may be better suited to different types of sailing. It’s important to consider the intended use of the boat and the sailor’ experience level before making a decision on what type of boat to purchase.

How much does a wooden sail boat cost?

The cost of a wooden sailboat can vary widely depending on several factors such as size, design, and level of customization. A small wooden sailboat, such as a daysailer, can cost anywhere from $10,000 to $30,000. A larger wooden sailboat, such as a cruising sailboat, can cost upwards of $100,000 or more.

It’s worth noting that the cost of a wooden sailboat can also be influenced by the level of craftsmanship and the materials used. A wooden sailboat built by a well-known and experienced boatbuilder using high-quality materials will likely be more expensive than one built by an amateur using lower quality materials. Additionally, the cost of maintaining a wooden sailboat can be higher than that of a boat made of modern materials, so it’s important to factor in maintenance costs when budgeting for a wooden sailboat.

What is the fastest wooden sailboat?

The fastest wooden sailboat is a matter of debate, as there are many contenders that have set records over the years. However, one of the most notable and well-known is the “Fleury” a hydroplane sailboat built in 1910. It held the world speed sailing record for over 20 years, reaching a top speed of 28.86 knots (53.46 km/h).

Another notable contender is the “Gartmore” a hydroplane sailing boat built in 1911, that held the world speed sailing record at 29.81 knots (55.26 km/h)

In more recent years, the “Dudley Dix designed” yacht “Ran” has held multiple speed records, reaching speeds of over 30 knots.

It’s worth noting that these boats are not only wooden sailboats, but also hydroplane sailboats, which are a specific kind of sailboats designed to plane on the water’s surface at high speeds, rather than float on it like traditional sailboats, and are not suitable for cruising or long-distance sailing.

It’s also important to mention that these boats were built and sailed in different eras, and with different technology, materials and rules, so it’s difficult to make a fair comparison.

In conclusion, wooden sailboats are a unique and beautiful option for those who appreciate traditional craftsmanship and classic design. From sloops to schooners, these boats come in a variety of types, each with their own unique characteristics. However, it’s important to remember that wooden sailboats require regular maintenance to keep them in top condition. From sealing and painting the wood to inspecting and tightening hardware, it’s essential to keep these boats properly cared for.

It’s also important to remember that wooden sailboats may not be suitable for everyone. They are susceptible to rot and decay if not kept dry and properly sealed, and also wooden sailboats tend to be heavier than boats made of other materials, which can affect their stability and handling in rough seas.

Overall, owning a wooden sailboat can be a rewarding experience, but it’s important to understand the responsibilities that come with it. By following proper maintenance procedures and understanding the unique characteristics of these boats, wooden sailboat owners can enjoy the classic beauty and traditional feel of these vessels for years to come.

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Rebel 16 Mark II Sailboat with Aluminum Trailer

Angola, Indiana

Category Daysailer Sailboats

Length 16.6'

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Stable fiberglass sailing boat carries six people (or 1170 pounds). Includes trailer, full rigging, and TWO suits of sails. One suit of sails is in like new condition, the other set is in very good condition. Serial number 1929 (built in late sixties to early seventies I believe). The centerboard swings up into the cockpit, so you can change the depth to dock in shallow water. The rudder also swivels up if it hits an obstruction. The trolling motor in the photos is not included. There is, however a permanent motor mount on the stern. The boat will take up to a 5hp motor, but my 30lb. thrust trolling motor drives it around just fine. The boat is located on West Otter Lake, Angola, IN. Buyer with the selling price in cash or Pay Pal payment can drive it away. (Trailer takes an 1 7/8" ball hitch.) The following article from Sailing Magazine gives a great description of Rebel sailboats. You can access the original on SailingMagazine.net. Rebel 16 2008 January 8 By Staff This nimble and tough classic is perfect for a daysail or a day of racing This year the boat that holds claim to being America's first production fiberglass one-design will celebrate its 60th birthday. That the boat is still in production makes this milestone that much more remarkable. In 1948, fresh out of the Navy, Ray Greene began building a 16-foot family daysailer out of his Toledo, Ohio, shop using a revolutionary new material called fiberglass. The design of the boat was based on lines drawn by a local high school drawing instructor by the name of Alvin Younquist. With its wide, 6-foot, 7-inch beam and 110-pound steel centerboard the stable little boat known as the Rebel soon became a hit on the Midwest's inland lakes. And while Greene said he never intended to create a racer, thanks to the boat's performance-courtesy of a large 120-square-foot main and 46-square-foot jib on a fractional rig-it wasn't long before a competitive structure was built around the boat. By 1952 a class association had been firmly established and by 1963 the class boasted 138 active members. Not bad. Fleets started popping up across the Midwest, south into Kentucky and all the way down to Texas. Meanwhile, class members could be found sailing the inland lakes of the Eastern Seaboard from New York to Florida. After 25 years of building the Rebel, with more than 3,000 hulls produced, Greene was ready to call it quits and sold the works to a group of Chicago investors. Production of the Rebel continued at a steady pace during the 1970s, and was done under a number of names: Melling Tool Co., Rebel Industries and finally Spindrift One Designs. After Spindrift folded, the Rebel moved to Michigan in 1988 when Nickels Boat Works of Fenton took over with the production of the Mark V model. Nickels continues to build the Rebel, offering buyers a choice of a daysailer version for $9,860 or the optimum racing version for $11,872 less sails and trailer. A stainless steel centerboard now comes standard with the Rebel. Nickels also continues to be a great source for parts and accessories, as well as information, on the Rebel. One tough Rebel While there have been reports of problems with the foam flotation on older boats becoming waterlogged, that has been less of a problem on boats from the 1970s and later. Other than that, a buyer of a used Rebel should find few issues with the condition of this durable little boat. Indeed, boats 25 years and older will still top regatta leaderboards. "They're well made, very rugged boats that will last forever," said Al Vorel, National Rebel Association Commodore, who has been racing the same boat, No. 3914, for almost 20 years. "You don't have to run out every 5 to 10 years to buy a new boat." This is one of the reasons for the longevity of the class. Boats tend to stay in the family, passed down from parent to child, with the younger generations wanting to keep the racing going. "My mother races, and my daughter sometimes races, so there are times we'll have three generations on the course," Vorel said. This also, of course, keeps a lot of boats off the market, and finding a used Rebel can be a bit of a challenge. But thanks to the Internet, it's possible to locate a few sellers. Prices can vary from just under $1,000 for an older boat in need of some work to $3,000 or more for a later model. Buyers can typically expect to pay in the neighborhood of $1,500 for a pre-Nickels-era boat in good shape. We were fortunate enough to find a late 1970s Rebel listed for sale on www.craigslist.org. Better yet, the seller was within trailering distance. The offer on the boat was $1,400, so we drove out to take a look. The boat was well cared for, kept under a roof winters, and showed no structural damage. Other than some algae stains and scuff marks the finish looked good, and all the gear was there, including the main and jib, which the owner said he bought new about seven years ago. We did see some possible issues, including a rusty, pitted centerboard and a wooden rudder that looked to have some rotting. So we offered to pay the full $1,400 if the owner threw in the trailer, which he originally wanted an extra $200 for. The deal was closed and we drove off with the Rebel in tow. Rebel with a cause With the boat parked in our yard the first item of business we wanted to take care of was the rusty centerboard. Nickels offers a stainless steel replacement board, and we could picture how sweet the boat would look with a shiny new stainless fin. Unfortunately, these centerboards run close to $1,000; more than two-thirds the cost of the entire boat. So such an extravagant purchase didn't make much sense. Instead we set about rehabilitating the old board. We removed, with a bit of difficulty, the 110-pound board and set in on sawhorses. The first step was to remove the old paint using paint stripper, then power sanding. We then slathered on some Duro Naval Jelly to remove the rust, wiping down everything with paper towels then finishing up with a clean, acetone-soaked rag. Next, we filled in the pits and hollows with West Marine Surfacing Putty, and sanded everything smooth. We made certain the blade was fair by running a straight edge along the board. We also further faired the rounded leading edge of the board to within the class rule limits, which prohibit tapering less than 1/16th of an inch and more than one inch in from the leading edge. We then primed the board with several coats of Interlux Primocon primer, which when dried we wet sanded with 400-grit paper, and finished with a couple coats of Interlux VC-17m Extra bottom paint. With the centerboard done, we then turned to the rudder. An ice pick determined the wood was beginning to rot near the lower trailing edge. We probably could have rehabilitated the rudder as well, but since we had saved some money by not replacing the centerboard we decided to spring for a new rudder. We opted for a fiberglass blade, supplied by Nickels for $375. This cost covered just the blade, as the original aluminum rudder cheeks and hardware were still in good shape. While we were on the phone with Nickels, we decided to order all new running rigging to replace the weathered lines the boat came with. This included lines for the cunningham, boom vang, centerboard system, as well as sheets and halyards for both main and jib. The total for 112 feet of ¼-inch line and 105 feet of 5/16-inch line came to $100. Next we took a closer look at the standing rigging. The spars showed no defects, and with a bit of metal polish and elbow grease the rotating mast, boom and aluminum whisker pole looked good as new. The 1-by-9 stainless steel shrouds and forestay also showed no visible defects. We did, however, find the diamond stays on the mast to be tuned rather tight. According to the North Sail's One-Design tuning guide for the Rebel, an overly tight diamond can limit fore and aft mast bend, and can even cause negative pre-bend, where the mast bends forward at the tip. Since we want to have a competitive boat, we loosened the diamond tension and will readjust after doing some sea trials. As we said, we ultimately wanted to race our Rebel and didn't want a slow boat. So obviously the 7-year-old suit of sails had to go. This would be our biggest expense, and a new suit of sails would alone exceed the original cost of the boat. A new main and standard jib (a light air jib is also available) from North Sails set us back $1,615, which included $20 for class royalties but not shipping. Certainly this was a blow to our budget, but we rationalized it by thinking about the fun we would be having with some close racing come summer. Our last order of business was getting our bottom clean and smooth. We first scrubbed the hull down with a detergent then wet sanded everything below the rails to a slick surface with 1,200-grit paper. After a rinse and wipe down with the hose and clean towels we were satisfied we had a slick bottom. We finished off by treating all our hardware and moving bits to a little McLube Sailkote spray. We now have what we feel will be a contender on the course for our racing crew of two. Yet, with the roomy Rebel cockpit that can seat six, we're also looking forward to some lazy summer daysailing when friends and family show up. Either way, we'll certainly get our money's worth from this tough but nimble little classic. LOA 16' 1.5" LWL 15' 10" Beam 6' 7.5" Draft 3' 4" Weight 700 lbs, Sail area 166 sq. ft.

1968 Johnson "Y" model sailboat

Vancouver, Washington

Johnson Boat Works was a builder and developer of racing sailboats of the scow design in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. It was founded in 1896, by John O. Johnson who had emigrated from Norway in 1893. After working with Gus Amundson for three years, Johnson started his own boat building business in 1896. His first major success was the "Minnezika" a 38 ft. scow design which won the championship on White Bear Lake in 1900. This sailboat was the beginning of the A-Class. As more classes were founded, Johnson moved on to design other classes of boats. J.O. Johnson was always interested in new designs, innovations, and inventions. In 1909, he designed a bi-wing airplane with a 20-horsepower engine. This design was totally unlike the Wright brothers, as the wings were arranged in front of each other, and the structure carrying the motor and the aviators seat hung beneath the 2 wings and right between them. In January of 1910, on frozen White Bear Lake, he flew his originally designed plane a distance of 200 feet at 20 feet in the air, making him the first Minnesota aviator to fly that distance. In 1923, he designed and subsequently received the US patent on the first rotary snowplow. Five years later, he sold the patent for $50,000.00 and this money was used to expand and modernize the Johnson Boat Works. In 1998, two years after JBW turned 100 years old, the family sold the company. I acquired this boat in 2005 and have Washington title for both boat & trailer. The hull is fiberglass. It has a wooden mast. The boat, mast, sails, trailer and rigging are in good condition and ready to sail.

30' 1987 Catalina Mark II

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Please contact boat owner John at 215-284-6333. Catalina 30 Mark II -- built in 1987. She is a Tall Rig with Bow Sprite and Wing Keel. This boat has been well maintained and significantly upgraded throughout. This sale includes full sailboat documentation, and the sailboat has a clean title. The sailboat (inside and out) is in real nice condition, and show only normal wear for a sailboat of its age. The sailboat has seen lots of maintenance, upgrades and replacements. She starts, runs, motors, and sails very nicely. The fiberglass interior and interior wood trim are all in good condition. The interior has matching blue seat cushions throughout, and are in good condition (non-smoker owner). A newer 12 volt low level cabin lighting systems both white and red colors was installed throughout the sailboat ('09 Season). The Catalina 30 is one of only 24 sailboats inducted into the Sail America, American Sailboat Hall of Fame. The C30 joins this venerable group of sailing yachts, based upon its sheer excellence as a cruiser / racer sailboat. We love it for its generous interior size, and comfortable cruising ability. See the web link http://www.sailamerica.com/halloffame/catalina30.asp for more information. The sailboat is a Tall Rig Mast (mast rewired '10 season), with Bow Sprite, and a Wing Keel (wing keel drafts only 3'10") so she can get in and out of shallow water easily. Original Main Sail (serviced and repaired) and has a 135 North Sail Jib, mounted on twin track, Harken III Roller Furling, Main Sail has a blue Sumbrella rollup sail cover and the Jib has a Sumbrella rollup cover installed to the Jib. The sailboat is setup up with single handed rigging controls (all lines lead to cockpit), with two extra winches. The front deck includes an electric anchor capstan winch with a foot switch. The sailboat has 2 large anchors, a large hinged plow anchor (primary) and a large Danforth type anchor as well. Both with 20'chain and 150' long rodes. The engine is a well serviced, very dependable M-25 XP 3-Cylinder Universal Diesel (25hp) engine in good working condition. The engine has been serviced and upgraded, w/new glow plugs (as well as glow plug and starter relays) installed for easy quick starting. The sailboat runs on diesel fuel from an 18 Gallon Aluminum Fuel Tank. Propeller has been upgraded with a two-blade folding Mar-Tec bronze sailing propeller (installed '09 season). Significant amount of new wiring 120v/12 throughout the entire boat (professionally rewired), including the addition of multiple additional 120v (10) and 12 (5) lighting stations throughout boat, a newly upgraded with a heavy duty battery wiring system and significantly upgraded heavy duty 12 volt systems behind original wiring panel. 2 new Group 27 batteries deep cycle batteries installed ('13 season). Shipwright in-line dual bank 110v battery charger with automatic relay disconnects from the main electrical buss. Additional 12 volt wiring and switching for a 12 volt inverter, and third battery was partially completed, but not fully installed. 2 - 12 volt inverters are included (small 200 watt, and large 850 watt). 30-amp shore power system with on-board GFI system includes 50'-30A shore power cord, 30 amp cable adapter to 120v plug included. All 120v outlets throughout the sailboat have been replaced with new devices and stainless steel cover plates. A nice clean bathroom (with both bright 120 volt lighting and 12 volt white/red lighting) has on-demand electric pressurized hot and cold water sink and shower. Well maintained marine toilet in good working condition with functional 20 gallon waste holding tank and new macerator pump (installed '11 Season). A well-lit galley kitchen includes twin sinks (a custom wooden cover panel for a sink to provide more counter space), new single lever pull out type sink faucet, with on-demand 12 volt electric Hot/cold pressurized water system, installed a new on-demand water pump with auto pressure shutoff ('10 Season), two fresh water holding tanks, 20 gallon Starboard fresh water tank, and 30 gallon optional nose tank, twin source (120v or engine) 6 gallon hot water heater for hot water. For cooking there is a working 2 burner CNG stove/oven combination, with a 12 volt electric tank shutoff valve. The sailboat's galley also includes a large custom countertop burner cover for additional counter space or cooler holder. The galley also includes a large built in ice box and a countertop microwave oven for quick cooking. Large interior salon includes custom interior cabinetry, such as an extra cocktail table, custom communications center which includes VHF Radio, with remote VHF RAM Mike, and an AM/FM/CD Player with remote, with ported, wall mounted custom made speaker cabinets and external cockpit speakers (ready for replacement). The salon also includes a wall mounted tide clock and ships clock. All Horizon VHF Two-Way Radio, Garmin GPS, Garmin Fish/Depth Finder, and Pioneer Stereo (easy direct MP-3 hookup to stereo through patch cord) are either 3 or 4 year's old. All exterior lighting switching was rerouted to the helm. Added mast mounted spreader bar lights for night time sail handling and or anchoring, Mast fully rewired ('11 Season), w/new quick connect base connections. LED lighting added to the port cockpit lazzerette. All internal halyards (replaced '10 season) lead back to the cockpit for sail handling, rope and pulley boom vang included. Two extra winches added to the cockpit for jib control from the helm. T-Shaped cockpit with Garmin GPS and Garmin Fish Finder, Rear Swim Ladder with Split Back Rail, 32" chrome Destroyer Wheel steering, Custom wooden Helm Box, cockpit table, Edison pedestal steering with new custom bronze engine throttle and transmission control levers and new control cable systems (installed in '10 Season), compass is dry, includes emergency tiller, cockpit whale manual hand pump, Split back-stay with rope and pulley back-stay tensioner, also included is an older style, but functional Edison Wheel Auto Pilot (needs new replacement floor mounted bracket). All internal halyards (replaced two seasons ago) lead back to the cockpit for sail handling, rope and pulley boom-vang. Other equipment not listed includes any other boat contents (to be sold with boat) digital weather station, CO2 Detector, miscellaneous boat part spares, bumpers, boat cushions, orange life jackets, dock lines and other rope cordage, new 25' fresh water hose and fresh water tank filling adapter, radar/day signal reflector, safety lines, mosquito netting, safety flares/flare gun kit, Jib installation tracking guide, 120 volt trouble lamp, emergency VHF antenna(s), a bosun's chair for climbing the mast, 2 fire extinguishers, hatch umbrella, wind sock for front hatch, custom made ceiling mounted fishing rod holders, window screens for port windows, two winch handles, mast storage support rack, other items not listed. As stated in the ad, the boat is located in Philadelphia PA at Quaker City Yacht Club and currently setup for winter storage with the mast lowered and on top of the sailboat . The sailboat is available for inspection by appointment only. For inspection, call John.

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The Value of Classic Wooden Boats

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A classic boat is a keen seductress. Try to resist the lean lines of her mahogany flanks, the soft rumble of her motor, the flare of her bow or the enticing curves of her barrel-back haunches. Beware that seduction, my friend, for she will draw you in, ruin your marriage and drain your bank account.

Especially if she’s a fixer-upper you find in a barn.

I got my fill of floating eye-candy this summer at the 42nd Annual Meeting of the

Antique & Classic Boat Society (ACBS) , held at Reefpoint Marina in Racine, Wis., where there were about 120 boats in the water. The ACBS has about 7,000 members in 54 chapters, most scattered across the USA and Canada, “dedicated to the preservation and restoration of historic, antique and classic boats.”

My guide for the weekend was Dave Bortner, founder of Freedom Boat Service in Mound, Minn., a far-western suburb of Minneapolis on Lake Minnetonka, one of the classic-boat epicenters of the Midwest. Freedom Boat Service specializes in the restoration, maintenance and sale of Chris-Craft, Century, Gar Wood, Riva, Hacker and Lyman wood boats – how’s that for a chorus line of varnished beauty. Dave explained the vintage-boat hobby – for example, if it was built in 1942 or earlier it’s an antique; post-war is a classic – and dispelled a few myths about owning a vintage boat.

“It’s easy to get into a vintage boat at a reasonable price if you pick the right boat,” said Bortner, gesturing to an 18-foot 1940 Chris-Craft Sportsman he has brought down for the show. “It’s a pretty boat that went into production in 1937. Chris-Craft built hundreds of them in 1940 and brought the model back after the war. It was intended to be a family fun boat, and it’s still a boat you can do a lot with because it has a big, open cockpit.”

The owner was hoping to sell this example for $40,000. How much pontoon boat can you buy for that price? And Bortner says a serviceable example of the Sportsman (sea-worthy but not meticulously restored) can be had for about $20,000. The Sportsman is pretty enough to attract attention at the gas dock, with caulked mahogany on the aft and fore decks, a polished windshield frame and spotlight, and polished wood inwales. It seats three-across forward with a bench seat aft. The motorbox covers a reliable a 95-hp, Chris-Craft Marine Model K six-cylinder engine. This is a vintage runabout the entire family could enjoy every day.

But here’s the rub. Bortner says it cost $100,000 to restore this $40,000 boat.

“When a potential client comes to us with a restorable boat I always remind them there are no free puppies,” said Bortner. As a rule of thumb, an average vintage boat restoration will cost twice the ultimate value of the boat, which is why Bortner has his three-point “sales prevention talk” with those who bring him a real project.

1 Do you have an emotional attachment to the boat? If this was your grandfather’s boat; if you learned to ski behind this boat; if your father courted your mother in this boat, that emotional value will make the investment in restoration worthwhile. If not, Bortner advises selling the boat as-is and using that cash as a down payment on a boat that has already been restored. You will be time and money ahead.

2 You love this boat and it is so rare that it will be very hard to find a restored example.

“For example, a Chris-Craft Deluxe Runabout Barrelback is a boat that gets many people excited. Chris built many hundreds of the 17-foot model, several hundred of the 19-foot model, but only 31 examples of the triple-cockpit 23-footer,” said Bortner, “and of those perhaps 20 are in service today. So if you found a 23 in a barn its rarity makes it a desirable candidate for restoration. The restored example we have at the show is priced at $225,000.”

3 You are a person who simply loves a project.

“Some of our clients just enjoy the restoration process,” said Bortner. “We send updates with digital photos every two weeks. Some clients want to get involved in the project, hunting down parts, for example. Others just watch. And when it’s done so is the fun for them. They don’t care so much about the finished boat. They need another project.”

ACBS members I spoke to at the show offered this additional advice for those curious about owning a vintage boat:

Attend a regional ACBS show to meet collectors from your area and to gauge the scope of the hobby. Each of the 57 regions tries to have an annual event. Wander the docks and do not hesitate to engage an owner with questions about their boat. There is a story behind every boat and I found that the owners love to share that information. It’s as easy as asking, “Tell me about your boat.” Then be ready to chat for 30 minutes. Local ACBS members will be the foundation of your vintage-boat network.

If you don’t live near an ACBS event, check out the society website, which has links to local chapters and related organizations, reports on shows and events … and a section with boats for sale!

Consider starting with an outboard-powered boat. Lap-strake and fiberglass runabouts from the boom-years of the mid-1950s often have some attractive brightwork and are fun to own. Solid examples go for less than $5,000. You can pick up a fettled period-correct Mercury or OMC outboard for less than $1,500, and perhaps spend another $1,000 on a new interior. This boat will be easy to trailer and to store.

The budget for maintenance is not as steep as I imagined. Bortner tells clients to figure spending 10 percent of the boat’s purchase price on maintenance annually. If the boat is stored on a covered lift, he says the varnished finish will last indefinitely.

A vintage boat is only as good as its bottom, and the bottom is frequently not good even when the boat looks great above the waterline. Before buying a wood classic or antique boat have the bottom inspected by an expert. Repairs are often extensive and expensive.

The future is fiberglass. The ACBS only started judging fiberglass boats a few years ago, but the organization realizes that the next generation of members may be too far removed from the era of vintage wooden boats to find much attraction there. Many of the early fiberglass boats from the late 1950s had bright wood on the gunwales and transom and will still draw a crowd at the gas station. There’s also growing interest in 1970s speedboats like the Chris-Craft XK19, Century runabouts, the Glastron GT 150 (the “Live and Let Die” jump boat) and any Glastron Carlson, metal-flake HydraStream speedsters and the early Donzi 16 and 18 runabouts.

Finally, I got this unsolicited feedback from more than one boat owner at the ACBS show: Before you let a vintage boat become your new obsession, make sure your spouse is on board with the time and money commitment . An old boat can be a compelling mistress.

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