Work Skiff Choice

[Jon Agne]

I'm looking to build a sturdy work skiff for mostly light duty. Motor size would be 15-25 hp. Does anyone here have thoughts on Bolger's Work Skiff (15'6") and how does it compare to Steve Redmond' Bluegill?

Thanks,

Jon

PS: After listening to the Sabb, I almost want to build a boat around it!

[TomRobb]

I didn't know Bluegill was a workskiff. Bolger's workskiff certainly is and has a relelentlessly workmanlike aspect as well.

[capt. rehab]

Try Walyer Baron at Old Wharf Dory Company in Wellfleet,Massachusetts. He's also on thre Web.

[capt. rehab]

Try Walyer Baron at Old Wharf Dory Company in Wellfleet,Massachusetts. He's also on thre Web.

[Bear's Oil]

Try Tom Hill's "Long Point". Its 15'10", takes 15hp. and can be built with a center console. The design has a nice high bow to help stay dry.

[Kermit]

Have a look in Bill Garden's book at "Simoom/Mudlark." Or so I recall the name--I'm busy at work right now, and the book's at home. I once redrew her for plywood with a flat transom. It proved a bad idea. Bill's can't be beat. Great little work skiff/yard tug shown with a 5hp Vivian. The little SABB G should do her up fine. I still want to build one someday.

[dngoodchild]

There are a whole "passel-o" skiffs on my booklets page. Each entry is illustrated.
http://www.anyboat.com/books/booklets.htm

Regards,

David N. Goodchild