{"product_id":"flat-bottomed-skiff-custom-built-boat-wood-and-or-composite-17-ft","title":"FLAT-BOTTOMED SKIFF Custom Built Boat - Wood and\/or Composite 17 Ft.","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eThe Flat-Bottomed Skiff is a traditional American workboat valued for its stability, shallow draft, and practical design. Its wide, flat hull allows smooth navigation through marshes, rivers, and coastal bays, making it ideal for fishing, transport, utility work, or relaxed rowing. Simple, durable, and versatile, the skiff remains one of the most functional small craft designs ever developed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eEach skiff is handcrafted in our workshop using premium Western Red Cedar, Mahogany, Teak, and US-made Hexcel fiberglass, sealed with System Three marine spar varnish for durability and a refined finish. Built using traditional plank-on-frame construction and reinforced with modern marine materials, every boat reflects careful craftsmanship with an estimated lead time of 4–5 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eFully customizable options include hull dimensions, wood selection, deck layout, seating configuration, finish, and personalized details. The result is a classic wooden skiff tailored for both practical use and aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eWith its stable hull form and finely finished wooden fittings, the Flat-Bottomed Skiff combines working-boat reliability with handcrafted elegance. Every plank and curve honors the timeless utility that has defined American small craft for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eDesign Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eLength Overall (LOA): 17 ft 6 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eBeam: 7 ft 5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eDesigner: Jim Maas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eType: Flat-bottomed skiff\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eOriginal Builder: Jim Maas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eHome Port: Chesapeake Bay and Lake Newboro, Ontario\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eLaunch Date: July 7, 2001\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eEvery wooden boat we build is crafted from authentic classic boat plans, with full credit given to the original designers. Each commission is constructed to order and available as a full-size vessel or a detailed scale model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003eNote\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003ePricing starts at $17,275.00 for the wooden hull only (motor and hardware not included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eThe Flat-Bottomed Skiff originated as a practical solution for navigating shallow North American waterways. Its flat hull provided stability and minimal draft, allowing fishermen, hunters, and watermen to reach areas inaccessible to deeper boats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eLightweight yet strong, the skiff could be rowed, poled, or beached easily, making it indispensable for both work and transport. Over time, it evolved from a purely functional craft into a beloved recreational boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2720\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eToday, handcrafted replicas preserve the same stability, simplicity, and durability that defined the original design, ensuring the legacy of this classic American workboat continues for modern boating enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wooden Boat USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47782295830767,"sku":"K254","price":17275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/3437\/7711\/files\/k254-flatbottomed-skiff-custom-built-boat-wood-andor-composite-17-ft-l01.jpg?v=1771840039","url":"https:\/\/woodenboatusa.com\/products\/flat-bottomed-skiff-custom-built-boat-wood-and-or-composite-17-ft","provider":"Woodenboatusa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}