Marketing Description
Boden is a beautifully restored classic Gunter-rigged canoe yawl, believed to be a variant and inspired version of Design No. 40 by the renowned yacht designer Albert Strange, whose canoe-yawls were celebrated for their elegance, seaworthiness, and balanced sailing qualities. The original design, Otter, dates from 1898, and Boden is thought to be a later interpretation of this design, likely built in the 1930s by Samuel Bond boatyard in Rock Ferry (Wirral). Between 2009 and 2019, Boden underwent an extensive and sympathetic restoration carried out by North Wales boatbuilder and enthusiast David Satterthwaite and again in 2020 with Scott Metcalfe (Bangor) where the masts and running rigging were replaced, and a new cockpit and cabin top were installed . The result is a striking example of a traditional small sailing yacht, combining historic character with meticulous craftsmanship. Lying ashore at Conwy Marina boatyard.
Mechanical
No engine
Electrical
No electrics
Rigging
Rigged as a Gaff gunter yawl
Keel stepped mizzen and main mast, both with booms and gunter - All spars are of Spruce. (2020)
Bowsprit and Bumpkin
Dyneema standing rigging (2020)
Sails:
Mainsail with reefing points - 2018
Mizzen sail - 2018
Headsail - 2018
Navigation
No navigation equipment
Deck
Fishermans anchor with chain and warp
Mooring warps
Fenders
Sampson post
Deck hardware to include cleats, fairleads etc.
Outboard motor bracket
Accommodation
Boden has no fitted accommodation, reflecting her purpose as a day-sailor in the classic canoe-yawl tradition. The space below deck provides practical storage only, keeping the interior simple and uncluttered while maintaining the vessel’s elegant lines and lightweight performance.
Construction
Canoe Yawl, originally built by Samuel Bond & Son boatyard in Rock Ferry (Wirral) circa 1930's to a design by Albert Strange – Design No. 40 (a variant of the original 'Otter' design). Fully restored between 2009 and 2019 by David Satterthwaite boat builder (Conwy).
Canoe counter stern with bowsprit and bumpkin
Carvel mahogany planked hull/superstructure
Joubert Marine Ply deck
Cast iron keel-line ballast with lifting centre plate
Tiller steering
LOA (Length overall including bowsprit & bumpkin): 7.5m / approx. 24 ft
LOD (Length on Deck): 6.10m/ approx. 20 ft (excluding bowsprit and bumpkin)
LWL (Waterline Length): 5.10m / approx 17'
Draft: 1m / approx 3'4"
The canoe-sterned hull form, characteristic of Albert Strange’s designs, provides excellent balance and seakeeping for a yacht of this size, while the lifting centre plate allows for reduced draft when required.
Disclaimer
For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old
Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.
NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.