K244 - Baby Bootlegger 30 Ft Custom Built Boat

Specification: Item K244 - 0L x 0W x 0H Inches (0L x 0W x 0H 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: $ 100.00

Description:

Baby Bootlegger – Handcrafted Classic Speedboat Replica

The Baby Bootlegger is an iconic American mahogany speedboat from the 1920s, renowned for winning multiple Gold Cup races and representing the golden age of wooden powerboat design. Its legendary performance and unmistakable torpedo-shaped silhouette have made it one of the most admired racing boats in history.

Our workshop faithfully recreates this celebrated model using high-quality materials such as Western Red Cedar, Teak, Mahogany, and US -made Hexcel fiberglass with System Three marine spar varnish. Built entirely by hand using the traditional plank-on-frame method, each replica requires 4–5 months of meticulous craftsmanship. The boat can be fully customized to your preferences, including dimensions, wood selection, finish, cockpit details, upholstery, and personalized markings.

Distinguished by its long, tapered bow, smooth mahogany planking, and deep mirror-finish varnish, the Baby Bootlegger stands out as a masterpiece of hydrodynamic elegance. Its low cockpit profile, flowing deck curvature, and signature gold race numbers create an instantly recognizable form. The boat’s slender, streamlined hull was engineered for both speed and stability, allowing it to glide through the water with remarkable grace. Every curve, chrome fitting, and handcrafted detail pays homage to one of the most beautiful wooden racers ever built.

Every wooden boat crafted by us is built from authentic classic wooden boat plans, with full credit given to the original designers. For each custom commission, we acquire the appropriate plans and construct the boat to order—offering both full-size vessels and finely detailed scale models.

Contact us to bring your Baby Bootlegger replica to life!

Note:

* This deposit is non-refundable and will be credited toward your order.
* Price starting at 40k and applies to the wooden hull only (Not include motor or hardwares or shipping).

History:

The Baby Bootlegger is one of the most celebrated wooden speedboats of the early 20th century, representing the height of American craftsmanship and racing innovation during the Prohibition-era 1920s. Designed by the legendary naval architect George Crouch and built by Henry Nevins in 1924, the boat was engineered to dominate the prestigious Gold Cup races—America’s premier powerboat competition at the time. With its long, torpedo-shaped hull and sleek low-profile cockpit, Baby Bootlegger introduced a revolutionary approach to hydrodynamic design, achieving both exceptional speed and remarkable stability on the water.

Powered by a converted Hispano-Suiza aircraft engine, the original Baby Bootlegger delivered an extraordinary level of performance, allowing it to win the Gold Cup in both 1924 and 1925. These victories cemented its reputation as one of the most iconic wooden racers ever created. Beyond its racing achievements, the boat became a symbol of elegance and engineering mastery, admired for its flawless mahogany planking, flowing lines, and mirror-finish craftsmanship.

Nearly a century later, Baby Bootlegger remains an enduring icon—an inspiration for collectors, boatbuilders, and enthusiasts who appreciate the artistry and innovation of classic wooden speedboats. Its timeless silhouette continues to define the golden age of powerboat design.