I'm considering building a fourth boat - a 17.1! Catboat designed by Charles Whittholz. The specifications are as follows
V-bottomed cruiser designed for plywood construction with accommodations for two and inside ballast.
LOA - 17' 1"
LWL - 16' 7"
Beam - 7' 10"
Draft (cb up) - 1' 9"
(cb down) - 4' 3"
Weight - 2,400 lbs.
Sail Area: Gaff - 220 sq. ft. Marconi - 210 sq. ft.
Construction: Plywood planking over sawn frames
Lofting is required
Skill level: Intermediate
Plans include 11 sheets.
I bought the plans and I've constructed a model pictured below. along with the 15 1/2 foot sailing skiff and the dory.
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