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Wildschut Skutsje

Historic Skûtsje With Character, Comfort, And Sailing Power

  • Build year 1906, Sailingboat for sale
  • The Netherlands

6,000 EUR

Wildschut Skutsje Sailingboat 1906, with Yanmar engine, The Netherlands
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Wildschut Skutsje now available in online auction. Everyone can bid until November 16, 2026. Wildschut Skutsje Wetterjuffer from 1906 What kind of boat is the Wetterjuffer? The Wetterjuffer is a historic Wildschut Skutsje from 1906. She was built at the Wildschut yard in Gaastmeer, known as a butter skutsje for farmers. With a length of 10.70 meters, a beam of 3 meters, and a flat bottom, she is a distinctive sight on inland waters, lakes, ponds, and rivers. The air draft is approximately 2.45 meters and the draft is about 60 centimeters. This boat is a sailing monument with a recognizable appearance. According to the owner, she regularly receives thumbs up and is often photographed. Her traditional lines, wooden mast, and classic rigging give her a unique character. Steering is done outside with a tiller and a single rudder. With the centerboards present, she is easy to maneuver. Backward navigation requires some extra attention according to the owner. Wildschut Skutsje now available in online auction. Everyone can bid until November 16, 2026. What is the layout on board? In 1975, the current interior was installed. The layout is designed for staying aboard with family or friends. She has four fixed berths and one extra sleeping space. The existing mattresses are included. Additionally, there is a dining area, refrigerator, cooking stove, and various cupboards and storage spaces. According to the owner, there is plenty of storage space in the benches, under the bed, and in the cupboards. On board, there is a water tank of 150 liters. The toilet is manual and discharges directly into open water. There is no heating present. The electrical supply consists of shore power and there are two batteries on board. An electric bilge pump is available for water management. What motor and equipment does she have? The Wetterjuffer has one built-in Yanmar 30GM30 diesel engine from 1995. The engine delivers 30 hp and starts electrically. According to the provided information, the engine is operational. An oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge, and tachometer are present. The fuel tank has a capacity of approximately 60 liters. For sailing, she has one wooden mast with boom and gaff. The two sails consist of a jib and mainsail. The sails are in reasonable condition. The mainsail can be operated with reef lines. The mast, boom, gaff, and both sails are included in the sale. Also present are an anchor, fenders, lines, a removable swim ladder, a boom for towing, and a lifebuoy. What do we know about the condition of the boat? The boat is in reasonable condition. In 2024 she was out of the water for maintenance and had antifouling treatment applied. There are some maintenance issues on deck that should be considered when assessing her during viewing day. The available information does not mention any other specific defects. The condition of a ship from 1906 always requires personal assessment of aspects such as hull, deck, rigging, interior fittings, installations, and engine room. The photos and description provide an initial impression but you can take your time to inspect the boat during viewing day. It may be beneficial to bring someone along who has experience with historical steel vessels and traditional sailing workboats. What history does this boat have? The current owner purchased her in 2000. Since then maintenance has been carried out on the boat with plans to sail her; however that ultimately did not happen which led to her being put up for sale. According to the owner, a skûtsje should sail again so they are looking for a new owner who wants to use her actively. The Wetterjuffer has been used twice for film shoots in the past; first in a promotional film for BAM and later for a short teaser of a fictional horror film where filming took place aboard for about four days. This teaser was shown at various film festivals including festivals in America which adds an unusual detail to her history. Who is this boat suitable for? The Wetterjuffer may be interesting for someone looking for a traditional vessel for vacations, weekends or day trips on sheltered inland waters. She offers space for family or friends to stay aboard with an arrangement suitable for multi-day use while her age requires attention time and willingness to undertake maintenance work; particularly on deck which deserves closer inspection. When searching online for buying boats it’s wise not only to look at length and sleeping spaces but also at history construction motor rigging and maintenance condition; anyone wanting to buy second-hand boats should compare available information alongside their own inspection as this Wetterjuffer possesses clear identity rich background yet requires a buyer who realistically assesses her qualities concerns. What should you pay attention to during viewing day? During viewing day you can inspect the boat assess general condition of hull deck interior engine room rigging; pay attention to finish of deck functioning state of installations interior fittings as well as attachments of mast boom gaff; sails reef lines deserve attention when examining rig aboard. For those seeking tips on buying boats especially practical inspection good preparation are important; check if layout fits your plans whether sleeping spaces are practically usable if facilities meet intended use you envision; viewing day is ideal moment to ask questions learn about her character in practice.

Specifications Equipment

Materiale / unit

Hull type

Steel

Length

10.70

Beam

3.00

Deplacement

10000

Depth

0.60

Motor & technic

Engine

Yanmar

Total power

30

Engine place

Inboard

Fuel

Diesel