Hi , I would like to look at building a steel ketch gaff
rig.( 38 to 50 ft)
QUESTIONS:
1) what good and easy designs are available (Dudly Dix ?)
2) what 'country' would be a good place to build the boat in terms of materials and labour cost and availability.....India, Malaysia or others ???
3) is it best to try get a finnished hull and build from there or is it best to start from scratch.
The reason I am interested in building a boat as appposed to buying a finnished boat is a budget issue. I have a very set budget of £20'000.00 and would need to have everything done within budget as there is no further funds.
Things to consider: steel / material cost, labour cost, skill lavels, I would need to rent an area to build the boat at a cheep rate.
Please be part of my dream and add your knowledge.
Many thanks
Noel