CM622 - The Catboat - 30 inches boat model

Specification: Item CM622 - 30L x 6W x 9H Inches (76.2L x 15.2W x 22.9H Cm)

Note: This is a special made to order item, delivery usually take 30-90 days.
Custom features such as name plate or different paint schemes are available for additional charges. Please contact us for details.

Price: $ 2,543.00

Description:

The Catboat is a traditional American sailboat design that originated along the New England coast in the nineteenth century. Characterized by its wide hull, shallow draft, and single forward set sail, it was created for stability and simplicity in shallow coastal waters. Today, the Catboat is admired for its timeless silhouette and strong maritime heritage.

This custom made scale model of The Catboat is handcrafted upon request using premium Western Red Cedar, Teak, Mahogany, and carefully selected exotic hardwoods. Built following the traditional plank on frame construction method, the model faithfully reproduces the hull form, deck layout, cabin structures, and characteristic details of the original vessel.

Each project requires approximately 4–5 months of meticulous craftsmanship. Every structural line and surface is recreated with precision to ensure accuracy and refined proportions. Throughout the build, you will receive photo updates at each key production stage, allowing you to review and approve the progress:

1. Hull construction and planking
2. Deck detailing, superstructure, and interior elements
3. Final painting, varnishing, and finishing touches

Once completed and approved, the model is securely packed in a custom made wooden crate with reinforced protection, ensuring safe international delivery.

Available exclusively as a custom made project. To begin your build or request detailed specifications, please visit our Custom Made Projects section.

History:

The Catboat is a traditional sailboat recognized by its broad hull, shallow draft, and single large sail set forward. Developed along the New England coast in the mid nineteenth century, it was designed for fishermen who needed a stable and easy to handle boat for shallow coastal waters. Its simple form emphasized reliability and efficiency with minimal crew.

As coastal communities grew, The Catboat became a common working vessel. Built by local craftsmen, it reflected practical knowledge of tides and wind while keeping its distinctive shape. The shallow draft allowed access to small harbors, and the wide hull provided steady performance that earned sailors trust.

By the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, The Catboat began shifting from a working boat to a leisure sailboat. Sailors valued its comfort and simplicity, and designers refined the hull without losing its traditional character. It became linked to relaxed coastal sailing and unhurried time on the water.

Today, The Catboat is admired for its timeless design and enduring appeal. Modern versions blend classic proportions with contemporary methods, while wooden catboats remain valued for craftsmanship. Sailing a catboat offers a direct connection to maritime tradition and the enduring beauty of simplicity shaped by the sea.