We just bought an abandoned boat project

We just bought a 56ft wooden Trawler in the Netherlands!
It was abandoned and left ashore for many years. And now it is a big project boat.
Originally it was built as fishing vessel for Belgium. When it dropped out of fishery it was converted into a dream sailing yacht, but never finished.

Now we bought it and have to figure out what to do with this historic wooden boat.

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You want to help us to restore Flying Coney?

[JamesMillis-vw]

I really admire those of you who rescue or restore old items, such as cars, houses, furniture, toys, tools or boats. Workmanship in the past was always of higher quality, making older objects worthy of preservation.

[AndrewJackson-mfqp]

Well done saving that wooden ship. At a glance it looks really really good so I hope someone will take it on as a project.

[deanmills]

I love all the beautiful woodwork on that ship. If I were younger I'd love to tackle such a project.

[hammerman]

Jan Koning III looks in remarkable condition...especially the interior of the hull as seen from the engine compartment... it would be a tragedy to scrap such a fine old boat. I am in Australia If I were in Europe and not an old 75-year-old sailor I would take the restoration on in an don't let this one slip by people, a young healthy couple could make this boat an Ideal home and adventure machine. It's too far for me but SOMEONE please save this boat, I am sure it will give many decades of service in the future if saved.

[SavingMaverick]

Thank you for saving that old wooden boat. She's in better shape than my 1962 wooden boat. If I wasn't on the other side of the Atlantic and wasn't already restoring an old wooden boat, I'd happily take her on. Hopefully, someone like me who lives over there will take the project on. I see absolutely no reason why that boat should or could not be restored. Absolutely beautiful vessel.

[StephenWhiteVA]

With so much labor needed to get its mechanicals, rigging and hull back into working condition, I definitely feel like the wooden trawler would best serve as a parts boat for Flying Coney. Especially, considering the exorbitant cost of materials these days and how much time, labor and money you would save by moving over its bronze work, ready-made interior and deck hatches. Not to mention the money you could make selling the trawler engine and any remaining equipment that you guys don't need, which could also go straight back into FC.

[Harry-bhdg]

Really nice to see the donor boat, if the interior can be put into Fling Coney it would look great but what fits in one boat probably won't go into another

[robertgold]

I love that you see multiple options for the wooden ship, there’s pros and cons to scrapping and saving tho I am hoping someone finds her through your channel and saves her as she is🙏

[derekmills]

I do hope you find someone mad enough to restore JKIII. She looks remarkably sound and a good scrub would have much of the interior back to perfect. Re-caulking is a must, the propeller can be repaired. Replace a few boards here and there - some may not even be critical to making her seaworthy again as a motor sailer.

[sprezzatura]

Gorgeous boat. If you love her and commit to her she will reward you 100 fold.

[Seafariireland]

It’s a beauty and must be restored and sailed on the ocean. A prayer for success for this fine and stout lady!

[dewaynemccamey]

I love the old wooden boat. I love the flying comey . The history is awesome . I think your beautiful Barbara do you have a sister .😊

[garyjarvis]

It would be almost criminal to break up this boat. I do hope someone tries to save her. As to the propeller, it can actually be saved if you know how to braze and I've had a seen props in much worse condition brought back to new condition. Oh bye the way, you obviously have a serious addiction to boats that need lots of attention. Not a bad way to go.

[brian.]

I have to say I am shaking my head in disbelief in you buying this other Boat,

[dcallan]

Grat looking boat, such a shame shes fallen into disrepair. I hope someone can save her. 2x👍

[TheDenman]

Location for me is the killer. I would love to have this but being in the USA, I would need to have it here. Looks like exactly what I have been looking for.

[briansmythe]

Classic Wish i Was a few Decades Younger, Great Motor, Every thing is There, Either Way You Guys will give it a new Lease of life, Even if it is too Fit out Coney

[stephenburnage]

The realty is that very, very, few old wooden boats are special enough to justfy the huge amount of time and expense to refurbish it. For me it would have to have a unique history (such as the Cutty Sark or performed a special role in one of the major wars). Alternatively, a unique engine, such as steam, would justify its retention. Otherwise, you have to view wooden boats as having a finite life. Good luck to you, though.

[matswilliams]

😮😬😅 Woaw you guyes are not afraid of work and responsability! Well done!

[richardcovell]

I just saw this posted on the Tally Ho thread. Good for you guys!!!