Description:
The Hacker Eva Special 33' is a distinguished example of early twentieth century American luxury powerboat design, originally launched in 1924 during the golden age of wooden runabouts. Renowned for its long, elegant profile and refined proportions, the Eva Special 33' reflects a period when craftsmanship, performance, and prestige were inseparably linked. Today, it is admired as a timeless symbol of classic boating elegance and heritage.
This custom made scale model of the Hacker Eva Special 33' 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 graceful hull lines, deck layout, cockpit details, and distinctive character of the original vessel built by Hacker Craft.
Each project requires approximately 4–5 months of meticulous craftsmanship. Every structural line and surface is shaped with precision to achieve accurate proportions and refined detail. 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.
Commission a bespoke Hacker Eva Special 33' model and bring a true icon of classic American luxury boating into your collection. Begin your custom build through our Custom Made Projects and experience craftsmanship shaped by history.
History:
The Hacker Eva Special 33', launched in 1924, represents the elegance and innovation of early twentieth century American powerboat design. Built during the golden age of wooden runabouts, it reflected a time when craftsmanship, speed, and luxury were carefully balanced to create vessels of exceptional character.
Designed for smooth performance and refined cruising, the Eva Special 33' featured graceful hull lines and a long, low profile that emphasized both beauty and efficiency. Its construction showcased the meticulous workmanship associated with Hacker Craft, where fine woods and precise detailing defined every element of the boat.
During the 1920s, boats like the Eva Special were symbols of prestige and leisure, enjoyed by owners who valued sophistication on the water. The design captured the spirit of the era, combining advanced engineering with timeless aesthetics suited for lakes and protected coastal waters.
Today, the Hacker Eva Special 33' is admired as a rare and enduring example of classic American boating heritage. Preserved by collectors, it continues to embody elegance, craftsmanship, and the lasting appeal of wooden powerboats shaped by tradition and innovation.