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Defender 21 Scout
Defender Powerboats Inc. has re-introduced the Miami Beach "Thunderboat Row" 1980's classic, 21' Scout; designed by World Powerboat Champion & friend Bob Saccenti. The 21 Scout was originally built by Mr. Saccenti's Apache Perforfance Boat Company in Miami. Throughout time the molds found their way to Georgia where they were acquired by the Defender Powerboat Company and brought back to Florida where they are built today. The new Scout is an all fiberglass / composite boat compared to the wood stringer / transom versions built in the past.
http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...and42Chief.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps1feb6585.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u.../DSCF39771.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps7d8f0fbe.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps062318d3.jpg See more photo's on the "Chief" owners forum thread : 21' Scout, making a comeback ! |
....designed by George Linder and Rich Luhrs....coppied by Saccenti :)
Great hull! |
Originally Posted by TeamSaris
(Post 4108142)
....designed by George Linder and Rich Luhrs....coppied by Saccenti :)
Great hull! So is there any pricing on these hulls yet? |
Originally Posted by TeamSaris
(Post 4108142)
....designed by George Linder and Rich Luhrs....coppied by Saccenti :)
Great hull! BTW (copied) is with one "p" |
Originally Posted by blkmtrfan
(Post 4108182)
But I do believe that he was one of the few that got permission from G.L.
So is there any pricing on these hulls yet? |
Originally Posted by PhilV30
(Post 4108194)
Not sure about that but it is a great hull and the Bob Saccenti deck is a classic..... All the Don Aronow design hull copies are also great ... but I think you know that :)
BTW (copied) is with one "p" |
Originally Posted by TeamSaris
(Post 4108554)
There isn't a better running hull for the class! Or under 24 feet for that matter. Best of luck with them.
Phil Vargas / Owner Defender Powerboats Inc. 3059101216 http://www.defenderpowerboats.com/ https://www.facebook.com/defenderpowerboats http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps7effa397.jpg |
For the record...Designed by George Linder.....I just watched...We built the later Challengers and Shadows together....Bobby did get a wink and a nod on that one as we all worked closely on some later Shadow Cat projects.....
The Challenger/Shadows were put together with all monocoque/cored construction, but have not been in production for some time....although we are working on something...sad thing is the price point for boats of that size built right has severely dried up the market. Tuff Boat in Canada makes the best variant at present but the sales have been relatively light to date. All the customers in that price range seem to want you to build the boats at cost and eat the delivery charges to boot...Sad, but times change and none of us gets a free pass on that. Good Luck in any case. T2x |
Came out great Phil. Sorry of topic but are you or Bobby going to make it out to the venture cup race?
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Originally Posted by T2x
(Post 4111240)
For the record...Designed by George Linder.....I just watched...We built the later Challengers and Shadows together....Bobby did get a wink and a nod on that one as we all worked closely on some later Shadow Cat projects.....
The Challenger/Shadows were put together with all monocoque/cored construction, but have not been in production for some time....although we are working on something...sad thing is the price point for boats of that size built right has severely dried up the market. Tuff Boat in Canada makes the best variant at present but the sales have been relatively light to date. All the customers in that price range seem to want you to build the boats at cost and eat the delivery charges to boot...Sad, but times change and none of us gets a free pass on that. Good Luck in any case. T2x Thanks again, Philv30 |
Originally Posted by ItsPeanut
(Post 4112490)
Came out great Phil. Sorry of topic but are you or Bobby going to make it out to the venture cup race?
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Might be a silly question but what happens to the points standings since the Lake Hopatcong Grand Prix race was cancelled?
Is there a make up race at the end of the season? Just curious about the sport. |
Phill,
Every boat that showed up is awarded 50 points. Unfortunately, there is no "make-up" race. By the way, six Class 7 (SOB) boats showed up, we may have 9-10 for Atlantic City next month. Would love to see a Defender in the fleet! Bob |
Originally Posted by Fast Shafts
(Post 4118965)
Phill,
Every boat that showed up is awarded 50 points. Unfortunately, there is no "make-up" race. By the way, six Class 7 (SOB) boats showed up, we may have 9-10 for Atlantic City next month. Would love to see a Defender in the fleet! Bob in the circuit myself but can't at this time. Phil |
Just want to keep the fans updated....
Phil Vargas/President Defender Powerboats Inc. 305.910.1216 http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps174db8ea.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps1922c1fc.jpg |
Looks great !!!!! What size motor?
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Originally Posted by TYPHOON
(Post 4175523)
Looks great !!!!! What size motor?
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When my kids get a little older and want to race in class 7 I'm all in !!!!! Keep the pics coming. Interior pics?
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Originally Posted by TYPHOON
(Post 4175826)
When my kids get a little older and want to race in class 7 I'm all in !!!!! Keep the pics coming. Interior pics?
Interior is in the works, looking for someone affordable and as detailed as I am. |
Been off OSO for a while but I'm getting back in it again. Been busy working stateside for a change instead of dodging rocket and mortar attacks.
Here's where my boat stands and next week the actual engine and wire rigging begins. http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...pscab0f220.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps8b5678ec.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...4d111cf6-1.jpg |
Your website does not come up when clicked on or entered in to the browser. Just a heads up.
Page says "This site does not exist within the LDAP database" |
Originally Posted by SB
(Post 4253308)
Your website does not come up when clicked on or entered in to the browser. Just a heads up.
Page says "This site does not exist within the LDAP database" |
Awesome boat, Phil!
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Originally Posted by PhilV30
(Post 4253635)
Yes, I know. In the process of finding a new website host. Did you have a question about the boat?
So...just keeping my eye out on what I'll want next. Will keep it an I/O and would like, but not have to, have it rigged without motor and probably without outdrive. Also....I live and work 100yds from a decent size lake and thus have many customers into boats too. So....the more I know, the better. Keep up the good work. |
1st operational check at TNT Marina, Miami. Engine and electronics functioned properly during startup. Can't wait for sea trials. Upholstery & Propeller next on the list.
http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps9hofpuuo.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps42qv72zn.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...psyetuij2f.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...psaef3xwyj.jpg http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/u...psvf7rcd3z.jpg |
Good Looking boat!
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Originally Posted by Reindl Powerboats
(Post 4299828)
Good Looking boat!
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I will be at Mr. Marine's marina in Fond du Lac Wisconsin on October 1 & 2 to show the Defender 21' at their
"Open House" I'll also be giving demo rides on Lake Winnebago. Well see what she does at the original "Lake X" Hope to see you there! |
Originally Posted by PhilV30
(Post 4352050)
I will be at Mr. Marine's marina in Fond du Lac Wisconsin on October 1 & 2 to show the Defender 21' at their
"Open House" I'll also be giving demo rides on Lake Winnebago. Well see what she does at the original "Lake X" Hope to see you there! |
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