There are steel boats…… And then there are boats that are a steal….
I love it when steel gets a bad rap because rust shows itself so quickly and people assume that is a big problem.
A lot of people don‘t realize that the life expectancy of a steel boat is determined by the quality of it’s coatings from the
inside. Places you don’t normally see.
After 30 years our bilges are as dry as a bone and the scantlings like knew. Sure I will get some surface rust (Cortin steel boat) if the anchor is brought home too hard or a ding happens, but it is cosmetic and like anything else, good preparation pays dividends over a quick fix.
So here is to those that fear steel……it makes for a good deal! (I’m feeling kinda poetic today..lol )
