19' Sportsman bay boat?

Slojoe

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Looking at a 1987 19' Blue Fin Sportsman for sale near me. Does anyone know how these boats handle in rough water, as I would be taking it out in the bay. I live in Maine and the wind can kick up pretty quick. Also how tough are these boats riveted, do they leak after 20 years.
Thank you.
 

geeco1

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Re: 19' Sportsman bay boat?

SloJoe,

As with any riveted boat, it is possible to develop some leaks after 20 years. However, I feel that these boats hold up pretty good in rough water. If you have any loose rivets, they can be bucked tight again. Just my opinion.
 

rwhodel

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Re: 19' Sportsman bay boat?

I have a 19' Bluefin Sportsman, it handles very well in rough weather here in Puget Sound in washington State
 
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