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!
Linach 15 Downloadable Construction Plans Updated, Expanded!
Take Advantage of the current downloadable plans sale to get the newly expanded and updated Linach 15 plans. As of today those ordering the Linach 15 downloadable construction plans will receive the new version.
Banjo 20 & Small Boats Magazine for January 2024
If you’re considering a 20 foot outboard cruiser for your next boat take a look at the Banjo 20 in this month’s online magazine Small Boats Monthly. The construction plans for the Banjo 20 just became available last October and still are being offered at an amazing savings on our introductory price. Click on the photo above for more information.
Electric Philosophy in Soundings Magazine 2024!
When we completed the build of Ed and Eileen Pauley’s perfect all electric boat we could only dream of what awaited her in her travels. Now the Pauley’s have been to Alaska and back on just the solar power provided by their roof panels. Journey through the build and travels with them in the February 2024 issue of Soundings Magazine. Click on the photo above for the link to the Soundings Magazine article..
Black Crown 27 for Sale!
When Sam designed and built this Black Crown 27 the purpose was to create a perfect small cruising boat for a couple. Currently she is located on the Chesapeake. When conceived she needed to be perfect for cruising the Northwest. Her sturdy build works well on both the East and West coasts and she just became available! Click on the photo above to learn more.
Candlefish 18 Shop Build Documented on Facebook and Instagram!
We are documenting the build of a Candlefish 18 with updates a few times a week in the form of quality photos of the process. No matter what design you choose, the ongoing photo documentation wil ease your build and give you many “Aha!” moments.
Topknot 33 – SOLD!
“Holden” is for sale! She is a classic style fast cruiser built in 1998 for a couple from Connecticut. Their goals: exploring coastal islands on weekends, spending time aboard with grandkids, evenings on the “Picnic Boat” with friends, and extended cruising as a couple. And she has been wonderfully maintained throughout her years on the water. SOLD
Gosling 10 Construction Plans Now Available!
A man with a larger cruising boat needed a dinghy that could accommodate 4 adults, the family dog, gear, a good sized outboard, and had a rowing option. That’s a lot! Sam created the Gosling 10 in response.
Devlin Pilothouse Schooner – For Sale – Price Slashed!!!
Red Schooner is for sale! Built by Sam in 1981 she has been lovingly modified and restored over the last several years by Lee Sandifur, office manager for Devlin Boat. Price Reduction: was $ 23,888 now $14,999.
Devlin Hats for Sale!
New Caps have arrived in our store! Eight colors are available.
Devlin’s Boatbuilding Manual – Revised & Expanded Second Edition Now Available ! ! !
Just Published! Available now at our Website. This book will become the trusted companion for all stitch and glue boat builders. Click on the book cover above to see what makes this book so special.