Character Boats Post Boat
Note- Let is a GRP Post Boat based on the Loch Broom Post Boat, a small, clinker-built sailing vessel which was used for delivery of mail to the remote community on Loch Broom, Wester Ross. The hull is moulded in hand laid fibreglass to a sturdy specification, and all fittings are of a high standard. Mast, bowsprit, boom and gaff are in varnished wood, and stays are wire cable. Tan sails, with a reefed furling jib, complete a simple but effective rig, and the boat comes on a purpose built braked road trailer, (fully serviced in August ), and is easy to launch and retrieve. A new 5hp Honda BF5D engine with remote fuel tank was fitted this August by SWBB, where the boat is currently stored, and has a total of 3 hours use. The hull construction allows for the boat to have engine, rudder and tiller fitted onshore before launching, and the shallow draught means the trailer does not require submerging! There is an overall cover, and a detachable folding canopy hood, (new), mounted on a stainless steel frame which can be used with the mast up or removed. Oars and brass rowlocks are included The removable thwart, gunnels and floor boards are in wood, as are the side seats, and protected by Burgess Marine Hydrosol. Below the waterline is antifouled. The tiller and rudder are strong and effective. Her long keel gives considerable space in the cockpit, and like the bilge keels has metal runners mounted to give protection when beaching. This is a very sturdy boat! 2 lockers complete the picture, and included in the sale are various warps, anchor and chain with rope rode, several fenders and boathook. Sadly she has been little used by the first and second owners. A comprehensive handbook gives clear and detailed information about the craft. This very attractive craft gains attention wherever it is seen. Post Boat Specification RCD Category C for 5 persons Length rigged: 5.49m 18ft LOA (Hull]: 4.40m 14ft 6in Beam: 2.05m 6ft 8in Draught: 0.53m 1ft 9in Sail Area: 12.5m ft Weight: 450kg 8.84cwt Typical towing weight: 650kg Hull colour: Dark Green & White Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit