As early adopters of the Seemann Composites Resin Infusion Molding Process (SCRIMP), Hinckley boats have a single chemical bond between the hull and the support structure. The Osprey was the last Hinckley wooden boat and was built in 1960.Įxperimentation to build lighter and stronger vessels with fiberglass continued and now the company uses other composites including carbon fiber. Innovations continued with auto-pilot systems and electric furling mainsails onboard their boats starting in the 1960s. Many in the industry felt that the company took a chance as it left wood construction behind in favor of new products. And during World War II, Hinckley helped meet the needs of the United States military by building vessels designed for war.Įver-growing, the 1950s saw Hinckley build hulls with fiberglass, a new idea at the time, and the first was their Bermuda 40 sailing ship in 1959. To procure the highest quality fixtures such as fuel tanks, stanchions, chocks, pulpits, deck plates, and masts, the company started to build and design their own products as Manset Marine Supply Company in 1940. The Hinckley Yacht Company has been an innovator on many fronts. In 1945, Hinckley built the first Sou’wester sailboat which grew to a fleet of 62, the largest single-design boat of that era. Construction of the first Hinckley sailing sloop came five years later: the 28-foot Sparkman & Stephens design was the first of 20, and was the company’s first production-line boat. That was just the beginning of the company’s attention to detail and durability. The younger Hinckley built his first motorboat in 1933, a 36-foot fishing vessel named Ruthyeolyn. Hinckley took over the business and set to work using his engineering degree (with studies in aeronautical and mechanical engineering) from Cornell University.

They aimed for lobster fishermen most of the year, then chartered the boats to vacationers during the summer months.įour years later, his son, Henry R. Hinckley bought the Manset Boatyard in Southwest Harbor. on Ramp 9 in slips 924-926.More than 90 years ago, the Hinckley Company began in the boating business to service vessels plying the waters off the rugged coast of Maine.

The Hinckley Talaria is displayed by The Hinckley Co. bought Hunt Yachts in 2013.įor information, call Eric Champlin at (561) 307-3394. All the boat’s accessories can be controlled via touchpad.Īt the show, in addition to debuting the Talaria 34R, Hinckley is also showcasing its Picnic Boat and Talaria 43, as well as a Hunt 32 and Hunt 36 The Hinckley Co.

Twin Yanmar 320s speed the boat along at 34 knots open throttle, and its Jet Stick II makes it easy to run. “Priced at $685,000, it’s a little less expensive than our larger models, and, also, it makes a great tender for a large yacht,” Roe says.ĭesigner Michael Peters drew the underbody Hinckley’s design team drew everything above the waterline. For shade, just press a button to raise its power bimini roof.īelow are day head, storage space, some seating and a place to change. While enjoying the sun, take the helm or co-pilot seat ride along on its comfy, conversational U-shaped lounge or sunbathe on its sun pad. “You’d call it a smaller version of our Picnic Boat, and while our bigger Talarias have more accommodations for staying onboard for longer periods of time, the Runabouts are good for entertaining, sporty in nature and are great day trippers.”

“It’s a pretty, fun-loving, day boat that we think will be attractive to a young and energetic buyer,” she says. The new T34R, fits a niche right in between, says Roe O’Brien, Hinckley’s marketing director. Hinckley had introduced its Runabout line in the early 2000s and, between then and now, it’s brought two versions to market: the T29R and the T38R Convertible. With its iconic good looks, sporty automotive-inspired lines, quality craftsmanship, supreme maneuverability, great performance and top quality all around, The Hinckley Co.

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