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Humber Keel (1937) 76ft liveaboard - "The Floss"

Humber Keel (1937) 76ft liveaboard - "The Floss"

£70,000.00Price
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The Floss – 1937 Humber Keel by J.S. Watson, Gainsborough

A rare and characterful piece of British inland waterways history, The Floss is an original 1937 Humber Keel built by the renowned J.S. Watson of Gainsborough. Constructed with a traditional iron hull, she retains the timeless lines and rugged craftsmanship these working vessels are celebrated for.

Powered by a dependable inbuilt Gardner engine, The Floss offers the unmistakable sound, reliability, and engineering heritage Gardner motors are famous for. The vessel carries enormous presence and authenticity, making her ideal for enthusiasts of historic craft, liveaboard conversion, preservation projects, or promotional and leisure use.

With nearly ninety years of history behind her, The Floss is a genuine survivor from the golden age of commercial waterways transport. Her iron construction, traditional design, and classic machinery make her increasingly rare in today’s market.

Key Features

  • Built in 1937

  • Original Humber Keel

  • Built by J.S. Watson, Gainsborough

  • Traditional iron hull construction

  • Inbuilt Gardner engine

  • Approx. 76ft length overall

  • Approx. 17ft beam

  • Draft approx. 2.4m (8ft)

  • Historic and highly collectible vessel

  • Full of character and heritage

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