Description
A traditional clinker sailing launch/dayboat built by Coves of Salcombe early 1950's. Elm planking on oak frames. 18ft including bowsprit, 7ft beam. Galvanised centre plate. Inboard engine (currently Dolphin twin cylinder). Simple sail plan; standing lug with boom, and jib on a Wykeham-Martin furler. Recent cream coloured replacement sails by Jeckells. A very stable and versatile boat easy to sail or motor, ideal for single-handed outings and family picnics. Can accommodate six people comfortably.
Boat Safety Certificate to August 2025.
Full cover.
Excellent Snipe road trailer
Located The Broads, Norfolk, currently out of the water.
Specifications
| Vessel type: | Sailing Launch/ Dayboat |
| Builder: | Coves of Salcombe |
| Model: | Auxiliary Sailing Boat |
| Constructed: | 1952 |
| No. of engines: | 1 |
| Engine model: | Dolphin Twin Cylinder |
| Fuel type: | Petrol (Gas) |
| Drive type: | Shaft drive |
| Length over all: | 18' |
| Length at waterline: | 16' 2" |
| Beam: | 7' |
| Maximum draft: | 4' |
| Hull material: | Wood |
| Hull colour: | White |
| Keel type: | Lifting Keel |
Engine(s)
Dolphin Twin Cylinder 2 stroke with forward/reverse gearbox mated to shaft with twin blade Dolphin propeller. Electric start (12v battery).
Location Map
Note: Indicated location is approximate general area only.
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