If you’re in the market for a boat to build, this directory of Boat Plans & Kits is a fine place to start. And if your company sells plans or kits, we invite you to list your offerings here. There is no charge for listing, but the FEATURED BOATS MUST BE BUILT OF WOOD.
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The Mark V 39 is an outboard powered Sharpie houseboat.
Before the advent of the outboard motor, rowing/sailing skiffs were common on Chesapeake Bay. They were used for crabbing, fishing, transporting goods, and enjoying summer evenings with a friend.
SPHERA is a simple cruising boat, studied for the maximum ease of construction in relation to its size.
The Swifty 12 is the most popular boat in the Shell Boats fleet, with several hundred built from our kits and plans. Docile and easily handled, the Swifty will plane on a reach in a good breeze, but you will have to work very hard to get it to capsize.
A double version of the popular Kingfisher, the best recreational shells for both rough and smooth water.
Construction: Plywood planking over bulkhead-type frames
No lofting is required
Plans include 4 sheets.
The West River 18™ has built a huge following thanks to its speed, comfortable cockpit, and lithe good looks.
This 32′ double-ended sharpie ketch will provide the amateur builder with a shoal-draft cruising boat of simple construction.
Construction: Plywood planking over sawn frames.
Lofting is required.
Plans include 4 sheets.
Here's a handy boat that can be rowed, sailed, and powered with up to three large adults. The Passagemaker Dinghy is easy to build but looks great and performs beautifully
Well kept 1964, 26', Mckenzie Cuttyhunk. Rebuilt Chrysler 318 with 80 hours on engine.
One of a couple dozen built in the 1970’s. Featured in Fourth Book of Good Boats.
1969 22’ Calkins Bartender Single Screw Drive – 5.7lt Chevy V8 Motor with Velvet Drive (200 Hours
“TOM” is a 12' catboat Bill Garden designed for himself.
