Thread: David Payne Snapper Boat

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There are a couple of 'Yellowtail' builds on the forum which will surely interest you, same designer, similar hull shape, but smaller all round than the Snapper boat. Both have alternative construction methods available.
I'm told the designer is very helpful and that's important. I have study plans for both and they came quickly after ordering. An Australian design is always a good place to start. Others are better placed than I am to advise on the suitability of the design for you. Good luck.

It is a very gorgeous boat!

I'll check out the yellowtail threads, thanks

Howdy Wolf,

the only real difference between the snapper boat is the amount of surface area. Doing the kayak first has equipped you with all the required skills, except maybe for the setup of the bulkheads/building frame and the foils and spars at the end - though they are pretty simple with a bit of info.

Good luck with the project, it is a great choice.


pic stolen from the Duck Flat website.

MIK

heres my thread on the building of the Yellowtail

https://www.woodworkforums.com/f32/yellowtail-begins-76410

heres another wich inspired me to build my own

https://www.woodworkforums.com/showth...light=sixpence

i must say i was a bit daunted by building the yellowtail having only build two smaller stitch and tape dinghy's before hand , i was surprised at how easy it actually was, i went for lapsrake construction to keep the cost down and because i like the clinker effect

as already said the only real difference between the snapper boat is the amount of surface area

good luck and enjoy your build, you will hate it at times but this is all part of building a boat

Hi Wolf,

There is one under construction in Sherwood, Brisbane I visit from time to time at lunchtime to checkout progress.

The decking is being fitted and the seats installed (with built-in buoyancy) at tiis stage. The (diesel) engine is ready to go in and it is hoped to be fully operational for the Bribie Regatta.

With the owner's permission I would be happy to get some photos and post them on this forum.

Being retired he's hard to catch at home- eg just returned from Hobart.

Hi Fair Dink,

I have started on building mine, but any sneak peek at what it should look like when finished would be appreciated,

Thanks

Wolf

Hi Wolf,

I still can't catch Roy, Project Manager at home (darn retirees),

Meanwhile Alan, Co-builder kindly sent some early build shots The garage is only just big enough and a custom trailer with removable drawbar is on the way.

absolutely stunning, i'm lost for words

That boats looking fantastic, I'll start posting some of my progress photo's this week.

My progress so far......

Looking good, Wolf.

The thing that impresses me about this design is the enormous interior volume - ideal for a relaxed day on the water!

Exactly what I was after, it's intended to be used as a fishing/spearfishing boat, so I needed as much room as possible without it being too large to handle easily.