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Classic wooden boat plans is a collection of established wooden boat designs ranging from the early 1900’s to about 1970. Some of our own designs are Banshee, Custom Barrelback 19 and the Deep V inspired by the Donzi Sweet 16, Bantam. Other plans include Chris Craft, Hacker, Gar Wood, Riva, Switzer, barrel back, Baby Bootlegger, Flyer, Teaser.
Chris Craft U22 - Sportsman 1950's
Chris Craft U22 - Sportsman 1950's
An absolute classic, Chris Craft 22 Utility 1950’s. For those unsure of the the difference between the Sportsman and the Utility, Woody Boater has a great story that explains everything. Many thanks to Antique Boat Shop for sharing images of their amazing work as always on Cynthia.
https://www.woodyboater.com/blog/2009/11/03/whats-a-chris-craft-u22/
The U22 is made up of 11 frames including the transom which is provided as a separate assay and positive location to the stringers. Big open open deck and with a rear bench, a mid mounted engine with that very distinctive engine box and that wonderful dashboard with the twin lines. The hull itself seems to be a softer riding version with slightly curved lower frames.The plans are comprehensive, they include all frames and floor timbers as full size plans, stringers, flooring, gussets, floor supports, stem, keel , windscreen and deck trim. A custom designed ladder style jig is supplied referencing off the stringers and positioning each frame in place.
Max beam planked is 87 3/4” or 2.2 m, overall length 22 feet.
Builders can contact us for engine configurations and shaft angles based on individual selection. Happy to provide this service free of charge.
Plans are in PDF format, 3D models included for easy part and location recognition.