The Marshall-James Skiff
is a Mahogany 17' V-hull, Carolina Dory Skiff, with center console and yacht finish.

Features Back to Top

• An all mahogany skiff with the classic profile and seaworthy character of the New England "Banks Dory"
• Constructed by the master craftsman at Marshall-James Furniture, a Greensboro, NC company that since 1976 has specialized in fine bench built custom furniture
• A "go fast" V-hull below the waterline
• The beauty of solid mahogany frames, decks, console with mahogany surfaces finished to yacht quality with four coats of rubbed marine varnish
• Epoxy stitch-and-glue construction provides an incredibly strong boat with light weight
• Will plane comfortably with 40 hp engine - saving lots of money on outboard engine and trailer costs
• Can be towed with a minivan or other standard car - you don't need to buy an SUV or truck to tow your new boat
• Fish all day on 10 gallons of gas - helps pay for bait and tackle
• Light weight enables owner to launch and retrieve at most problem ramps
• The soft chine, raised bow, and raked transom provide for excellent performance in rough water conditions found in open bays, large lakes and inlets
• The center console swing back cooler seats and quality rear swivel seats provide comfort for longer runs and all day cruising or fishing trips
• Set up for effective rowing or polling in emergency or shallow water situations. 8' oars and row locks included
• Get used to people stopping you everywhere and asking where you bought such a gorgeous boat

Specifications Back to Top

• Overall Length: 16'-7"
• Beam at Gunwale: 6'
• Weight of hull (without engine): 400 lbs
• Maximum bottom width: 4' at transom
• Bottom shape: Vee hull with sharp entry angle for smooth running and 10 degree aft deadrise for getting on plane at lower speed.
• Power: 40-50 horse 20" long shaft outboard.
• Solid mahogany center console, full side decks with four coats of marine varnish
• Stainless steel cleats, rod holders, steering wheel and fasteners
• Center console with wheel, tachometer, volt meter and mounted depth finder, and storage inside console
• Auto bilge pump
• Running lights, two 12 Volt marine power takeoffs to power search lights, charge cell phones, etc.
• Built in anchor locker
• Padded rear swivel seats for fishing or comfortable cruising
• Attractive low maintenance removable cypress floorboards
• 11 rod holders for efficient and safe rod management on fishing trips

Back to Top Pricing:

17' version $20,900 with matched galvanized bunk trailer
(without engine and controls or gauges)
Turnkey price available upon request.

18' version $25,900 with matched galvanized bunk trailer
(without engine and controls or gauges)
Turnkey price available upon request.

Contact Jim Petty at 215-233-9865
or email at jpetty@navpoint.com to discuss modifications, trim, and fitout and get a custom price quote.

Back to Top Other Models of the Marshall-James Skiff in Development

18' Fisherman model with 5' bottom width.
All Marshall James line of standard features but with oiled or varnished mahogany finish, live well, base to accept optional front pedestal seat. Optional Bimini top. Accepts up to 75 horsepower 20" long shaft outboard engine.

Proposed Price:
$22,900 with galvanized trailer (engine not included).

18' Fish and Cruise model with 5' bottom width.
All Marshall James standard features including mahogany bright work yacht finish. Retains classic dory lines but includes luxury front and rear bolster seats, ski tow eyes, ladder. Accepts up to a 75 horsepower 20" long shaft outboard engine.

Proposed Price:
$26,900 with galvanized trailer (engine not included).