Paul in Saudi
Veteran Member
Again, remember I am not a boat-owner and my experience is limited to weeklong rentals.
When I wander through yacht brokerage sites, I see the occasional 'custom' yacht. I suppose it might mean anything. It could be a guy built it in his backyard. (And it is possible some guy produced a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship.) It could be a well-established boat that was modified at the builder's yard.
In any case, I am leary of a listing for a custom boat. Should I be?
I presume a larger builder produces better designs that have been improved over a run of years. Further, they are using marine-grade materials. (Fasteners and fittings would seem to be a real worry.)
Of course, a smaller yard can buy excellent plans.
I suppose this is why we pay surveyors and take her out for a spin.
Am I mistaken?
When I wander through yacht brokerage sites, I see the occasional 'custom' yacht. I suppose it might mean anything. It could be a guy built it in his backyard. (And it is possible some guy produced a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship.) It could be a well-established boat that was modified at the builder's yard.
In any case, I am leary of a listing for a custom boat. Should I be?
I presume a larger builder produces better designs that have been improved over a run of years. Further, they are using marine-grade materials. (Fasteners and fittings would seem to be a real worry.)
Of course, a smaller yard can buy excellent plans.
I suppose this is why we pay surveyors and take her out for a spin.
Am I mistaken?