Welin Davit Reddingsloep

More information about the Welin Davit Reddingsloep

Step aboard a piece of maritime history with this beautiful, converted lifeboat, the 'La Grave'. Built in 1945 by the Welin Davit & Boat CorporationBuilt in 1945 in Perth Amboy, New Jersey (Build Number A.11618), this ship tells a unique story of strength and transformation.

Historic and Sustainable This aluminum classic, with its sturdy red hull and white superstructure, was originally designed as a lifeboat, which guarantees an extremely seaworthy and stable construction. 

Welin Davit & Boat Corporation is famous for its role in maritime history, known as a supplier of davits (cranes) and lifeboats. The 'La Grave' is an original lifeboat from the end of World War II. This provenance guarantees an extremely high quality. stable, safe and seaworthy hull, designed to withstand the toughest conditions. The robust red aluminum hull and white superstructure bear witness to her functional past, now transformed into a comfortable and stylish motorboat. The use of Aluminium as a building material in 1945 makes this ship particularly unique and easy to maintain.

The 'La Grave' is equipped with a reliable Yanmar inboard engine from 2009 (3 cylinders). This relatively young engine in the classic hull offers the best of both worlds: the charm of a historic boat with the reliability and ease of use of a modern drive.

The unique fact that this sloop was built from Aluminium (in 1945!) offers enormous advantages

Lightweight and Strong Provides excellent sailing characteristics and stability.

Stainless Unlike steel, aluminum is completely impervious to rust, which significantly extends its lifespan and minimizes maintenance.

Sustainability An investment in a ship that will effortlessly stand the test of time.

Furthermore, the boat has a bow thruster, This makes mooring, turning and manoeuvring surprisingly easy and precise, a luxury rarely found on sloops of this age.

While this is a beautiful boat at its core, she does need a fair amount of TLC from an enthusiast. A few seams need replacing here and there. The paint on the gunwales and hull isn't what it used to be, and some areas in the cockpit need filling.

If this time and energy is invested in the boat, you will have a beautiful sloop that will last for years to come!

Control

Steering wheel

Accommodation

Refrigerator & food

Engine and electrics

Tachometer

Battery

Shore power

Shore power cable

Navigation and electronics

Rigging

Outside equipment

Safety