Chris Craft U22 - Sportsman 1950's Custom Built Replica Boat

The Chris Craft U22 Sportsman is an iconic 1950s American luxury sports boat, renowned for its sleek lines, elegant design, and versatile performance. Originally designed for leisure cruising and recreational boating, the U22 combines style, speed, and comfort, making it a timeless favorite among collectors and boating enthusiasts alike.Our workshop handcrafts each custom-made replica with premium materials including Red Cedar, Teak, Mahogany, and US -made Hexcel fiberglass with System Three marine spar varnish. The hull is carefully shaped to faithfully reproduce the original Chris Craft U22 profile, ensuring smooth handling, stability, and authentic performance. Traditional woodworking techniques are combined with modern reinforcement methods to guarantee long-lasting durability and superior quality.Featuring a practical and elegantly detailed deck layout, the U22 Sportsman replica includes hand-finished wooden seating, dashboard, steering console, and chrome hardware, all meticulously recreated to reflect the original design. Every aspect of the boat, from finish to accessories, can be customized according to your preferences, making each model unique. This replica is an ideal choice for those who appreciate vintage craftsmanship, timeless nautical design, and a high-quality, handcrafted wooden boat.Key Specifications: - Length: 22 feet (22.17 ft) - Beam: 87 3/4 inches (approx. 7.08 ft) - Horsepower: Commonly 130 hp - 135 hp (Model M), though many are repowered - Construction: Wood hull, wood strips reinfoced with fiberglass cloth and epoxy. - Capacity: Frequently configured with seating for 7-9 passengers Key Features: - Design: Large open utility layout, often featuring a rear bench seat, engine box, and windshield. - History: Famously featured in the movie On Golden Pond. - Popularity: Regarded as one of the most practical post-war Chris-Craft models.Every wooden boat crafted by us is built from authentic classic wooden boat plans, with full credit given to the original designers. For each custom commission, we acquire the appropriate plans and construct the boat to order-offering both full-size vessels and finely detailed scale models.Contact us to bring your Chris Craft U22 Sportsman replica to life today!Note: * Price starting at 30k and applies to the wooden hull only (Not include motor or hardwares or shipping).