Stock Designs
When the expense of a custom design is inappropriate, or when a previously created design suits her prospective owner's needs adequately, one of our stock designs may be the answer. The material in this catalog consists of small-scale drawings and brief descriptions of the plans we currently offer. The list is growing all the time, so if you don't see something you want, please ask. It may be available. Study plans generally consist of the same drawings you see reproduced here, but in the form of larger scale blueprints. These are, of course, easier to see in detail, but also allow measuring from the drawing--a big help in visualizing the boat. The article included with each set of Study Plans has a list of the drawings that go with it. The skills necessary to build the boats vary with the designs. In some cases, such as the Silver Gull series, ease of construction has been made a primary design characteristic. In other cases a general knowledge of conventional marine construction is assumed. Those for whom ease or rapidity of construction is a primary concern should consult with us before ordering. We are available for free consultation by email, phone, letter, or fax, throughout the construction of the vessel. If a question cannot be answered without providing an additional explanatory drawing, this drawing is generally provided free of charge and added to subsequent plans sold. When a design is called a "Concept" or "Idea Design" it means that the fundamental concept and design parameters have been established, but we have not yet completed the design. In such cases there will be a cost savings over a custom design. However this is with the understanding that delivery will be delayed while we finish the work, and the finished design may differ in detail from the drawing shown.
Customized Stock Plans: We can provide drawings for alterations to the stock plans according to your needs. Alternative interiors, rigs, deck layouts, and construction are all possibilities. We can quote for such drawings on request. Because the average drawing take around 40 hours for us to produce, they are not a casual purchase for most people. However, such modifications of a stock plan are usually much lower in cost than a custom design.
Assistance in Finding A Builder: We can assist you in finding a suitable builder for your vessel.