The 13\u20194\u201d Melonseed Skiff<\/strong> carries forward the same timeless elegance as her 16\u2019 sister design. In fact, this shorter version is the size most often found along the historic shores of New Jersey, making her a true classic brought to life.<\/p>\n What sets her apart is the pierced toe rail<\/strong>, a detail frequently seen on the original boats. This traditional touch can also be added to the 16\u2019 version, allowing builders to choose their own style.<\/p>\n Her unstayed sprit rig<\/strong> is simple, efficient, and easy to handle, making her ideal for relaxed sailing. Meanwhile, the addition of a centreboard instead of the traditional daggerboard<\/strong> offers greater convenience, especially when sailing in shallow waters.<\/p>\n For comfort and character, the design includes a curved canoe-style cockpit coaming<\/strong>, which adds grace while offering more space. However, for those who prefer an authentic vintage look, the original rectangular cockpit can still be built following the drawings.<\/p>\n Just like her longer sister, the 13\u20194\u201d Melonseed features a strip-planked hull with flowing, graceful lines<\/strong>. The result is a boat that is not only a joy to build but also a delight to sail\u2014an ideal project for enthusiasts who value tradition, beauty, and performance.<\/p>\n \u2705 Key Features<\/strong><\/p>\n LOA: 13\u20194\u201d \u2013 compact, classic, and manageable size<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Pierced toe rail for traditional character<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Unstayed sprit rig for simplicity and ease of use<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Centreboard for shallow-water convenience<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Canoe-style curved cockpit coaming (with option for original rectangular style)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Graceful strip-planked hull for beauty and strength<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \ud83c\udf0a Perfect For<\/strong><\/p>\n Traditional boat enthusiasts who want a piece of American sailing heritage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Home builders looking for a rewarding strip-plank project<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Sailors who enjoy easy handling, shallow-water sailing, and timeless beauty<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n 13’4″ Selway Fisher Melonseed Skiff Specifications<\/p>\n\n A graceful 13\u20194\u201d Melonseed Skiff with classic New Jersey heritage. Easy to build with strip-planked hull lines, an unstayed sprit rig, and a spacious canoe-style cockpit. Beautiful, versatile, and a joy to sail.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":453,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":""},"product_brand":[19],"product_cat":[25],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-332","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_brand-selway-fisher","7":"product_cat-sailing-dinghy-design-plans","9":"first","10":"instock","11":"taxable","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple","15":"entry","16":"content-bg","17":"loop-entry"},"yoast_head":"\n
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\n\t \nDescription<\/th> Imperial<\/th> Metric<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\t LOA<\/td> 13'4\"<\/td> 4.06m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Beam<\/td> 4 4 1\/2\"<\/td> 1.33m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Hull Mid Depth<\/td> 1' 2 3\/4\"<\/td> 0.37m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Draft<\/td> 6 1\/4\" or 2'5\"<\/td> 0.16m or 0.73m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Sail Area<\/td> 62.4 sq.ft<\/td> 5.8 sq.m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Estimated Dry weight<\/td> 331lbs<\/td> 150kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Hull Shape<\/td> Stripped planked round bilge<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Construction method<\/td> Strip plank<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Strip wood requirements<\/td> 200m 9x33mm<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Drawing\/ Design Package<\/td> 7 x A1 drawings<\/td> 9 x A4 instructions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Guidance usage<\/td> 2 -3 Adults<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"