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Traditional Rowboats & Sailing Dinghies

Handcrafted rowing and sailing small craft from 8-17′ in length.

Traditional Rowboats & Sailing Dinghies

Handcrafted rowing and sailing small craft from 8-17′ in length.

Traditional Rowboats & Sailing Dinghies

Handcrafted rowing and sailing small craft from 8-17′ in length.

Classic Rowboats, Skiff Sailboats, and Yacht Tenders

 Traditional design. Modern sensibilities.

Gig Harbor Boat Works is the builder of a unique line of premium small boats for rowing and sailing. Our boats are modern fiberglass reproductions of traditional working boats, used by people who earned their living using only wind and oar.

Our boats are proudly made right here in Gig Harbor, WA USA! 

All New Lobster Boat Coming in 2024!

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See what’s Available Now!

We are custom builders, so our boats usually have some lead time for new orders… but these ones are in stock and ready to go right now!

Meet the 17' Salish Voyager

The newest member of our fleet, the Salish Voyager is a seaworthy small craft truly made for adventure.

Meet the 17' Salish Voyager

The newest member of our fleet, the Salish Voyager is a seaworthy small craft truly made for adventure.

Meet the 17' Salish Voyager

The newest member of our fleet, the Salish Voyager is a seaworthy small craft truly made for adventure.

Wild Places: Sleeping Aboard the Salish Voyager

By popular request, Fredrik and Nancy of “Wild Places” shared their thoughts with us about sleeping aboard the Salish Voyager.

Wild Places in Prince William Sound

This summer’s voyage marked the first time a Jersey Skiff and Salish Voyager have been seen together out in the wild.

What We Do

We build ten different rowing and sailing boat models from 8 to 17 feet in length. Click Here for a photographic overview of all the boats we build, by size (from largest to smallest).

Who We Are

We are small craft specialists, using our experience as boaters and craftsmen to create boats that combine traditional design with modern materials and conveniences. Read More about Our Philosophy.

Our Customers

We love helping people find the ideal boat for their purposes, whether it will be a ship-to-shore yacht tender, a small craft capable of its own solo adventures, or anything in between. Read Testimonials from our customers.

"My entire experience with GHBW has been outstanding!"

 

“Knowledgeable, gracious, and very patient service.”

Dare to Start Dreaming

We work with each and every customer to build the ideal boat for your unique needs. Contact us to get started!

Email us through the form below, or call 253-851-2126.
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