The Latest from Devlin Designing Boat Builders
The latest boat building news, launches, designs and events from Sam Devlin and the crew at Devlin Designing Boat Builders. Hot off the presses!
Surf Scoter 24 Fisher Plans are Here! Introductory Sale Price!
Just completed! Full downloadable and printed construction plans for the Surf Scoter 24 Fisher are now available for purchase! Introductory Sale Price! Learn more by clicking on the drawing above.!
Surf Scoter 24 Traditional Construction Plans On Sale Now!
Surf Scoter 24 Traditional Construction Plans Are Here and they are on SALE! Click the photo above to learn more.
Meet the Candlefish 16 and 18 together in WoodenBoat Magazine!
WoodenBoat Magazine’s current issue (July/August 2026) features the plan reviews for both Candlefish designs. These “Capable open skiff” can serve for fishing, camp cruising, commuting, or just exploring. Click on the photo above to learn more and access the article.
Lunenburg Dory, Nova Scotia, for Sale!
Sam is ready to let go of his prized dory from the Dory Shop in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. She is freshly painted and ready for you! Click on the photo above to learn more.
Josephine for Sale – $250,000
Sam is offering his very own cruising and fully restored 1934 Northwest Salmon Troller for sale. Click on the above photo to learn more.
Scout is Ready for You !
John had Sam and the crew build his own design of a 20 foot speedy and compact cruiser in 2009. John added 3 feet to the stern in 2017 creating a longer cockpit, adding trim tabs, a jack plate and new elevated swim steps. She now cruises at speeds up to 22 mph and is ready for you as John and Helen move on to their next boat. Click on the photo above for more photos and contact information.
TAKE HOME THE PRIZE !
Prize can take you out for offshore fishing or get you to Alaska and back a ta pretty good clip if need be. She is 26 feet 7 inches and can be trailered anywhere. No need for a motel! She is completely self-contained and be a home on the water or on the road. Learn more by clicking on the photo above.
Introducing the Pelicano 18 Sportster!
Introducing the Pelicano 18 Sportster! Learn more by clicking on the photo above!
Meet the Candlefish 16 & 18 tTogether in WoodenBoat Magazine!
The current issue of WoodenBoat Magazine features an article presenting both of these designs together on the topic of “capable open skiffs” that serve as everything from a fishing platform to camp cruiser.
Click on the photo above to learn more and access the article.
Mud Dauber 23 Debuts!
Check out Eric Letham’s remarkable new build of Sam’s Mud Dauber 23 work boat, landing barge design.
