Riva Scoiattolo 14' – Custom Wooden Speedboat Model

The Riva Scoiattolo 14' is an early Riva speedboat that reflects the origins of the company’s renowned Italian wooden-boat tradition. Compact, elegant, and carefully proportioned, the Scoiattolo represents an important chapter in Riva’s development and the evolution of its iconic runabout designs.

This custom-made scale model is handcrafted to order using premium Western Red Cedar, Teak, Mahogany, and selected exotic hardwoods. Built with traditional plank-on-frame construction, the model recreates the characteristic hull lines, deck arrangement, cockpit, and classic Riva styling with meticulous attention to proportion and detail.

Each project requires approximately 4–5 months of dedicated craftsmanship, depending on the selected specifications and finish.

Handcrafted with Production Updates

Every model is carefully constructed by skilled craftsmen, with close attention to the hull shape, deck details, fittings, and finishing. Throughout production, customers receive photo updates at key stages, allowing them to review and approve the progress before the next stage begins.

Major production stages include:

• Hull construction and wooden planking
• Deck, cockpit, and fitting details
• Painting, varnishing, and final finishing

Minor adjustments can also be discussed during production to help create a model that matches your preferences.

Early Riva Heritage

The Riva Scoiattolo emerged during the early period of Carlo Riva’s leadership, when the company was developing its distinctive identity in the world of luxury recreational boating. Designed as a compact runabout, the Scoiattolo combined practical proportions with the refined woodworking and attention to detail that became associated with Riva.

Its understated styling and carefully crafted wooden construction reflected Riva’s early approach to combining functionality with Italian elegance. The Scoiattolo helped establish the design language and craftsmanship that would later define some of the company’s most celebrated runabouts.

Today, the Scoiattolo remains an appealing representation of early Riva wooden boatbuilding, making it a distinctive choice for collectors, maritime enthusiasts, and admirers of classic Italian design.

Custom-Built to Order

This model is available exclusively as a custom-made project. Once completed and approved, it is carefully packed in a custom wooden crate with reinforced cushioning for secure worldwide shipping.

Product Specifications

• Original Boat Length: 14 feet
• Construction: Traditional plank-on-frame
• Materials: Western Red Cedar, Teak, Mahogany, and selected exotic hardwoods
• Production: Custom-made to order
• Build Time: Approximately 4–5 months
• Shipping: Custom wooden crate with reinforced protection

Contact us to discuss your Riva Scoiattolo 14' model, including materials, finishes, detailing, and customization options.