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About Us
The Wooden Boatshop occupies 1½ acres in the historic Victorian settlement of Sorrento on Port Phillip Bay, Australia. The business has evolved from a purpose built facility for Couta boat construction to a complete facility for wooden boat maintenance, restoration and construction.

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The Couta Boats are a classic vessel originally used for fishing on the Victorian coast from the 1870s through until WW2. To obtain the best prices for their catch, the fishermen had to be first back to port after filling their quota. So, as well as being a good fishing vessel and load-carrier, the Couta Boats had to be nimble and fast under sail.


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For Professional RIB users and discerning individuals, a RIB to provide a smooth, dry ride allowing the driver to keep warm and also to avoid the back problems often experienced by RIB drivers as a result of repeated "slamming" into waves.


Based on the fisherman’s type dinghies of old, the WBS Dinghies offer the opportunity to own something unique. Each model is available in two versions, to sail or row. The gaff rigged sailing versions make ideal all round knock abouts. Copper fastened with steam bent frames, fitted with laminated and tapered knees, our dinghies boast great carrying capacities. Our boats are built with a proven blend of modern technologies and traditional skills to ensure a hardy boat with a timeless elegance. Our dinghies plans and materials are also available through WBS and present a challenging and fulfilling experience for the accomplished woodworker.
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Castings and Fabricated Fittings
Check out our Quality Castings and Fabricated Fittings.

Wooden Blocks
Quality Wooden Blocks as used on our World Famous Couta Boats.

Wooden Masts and Spars
The Wooden Boatshop has many years of experience in the
manufacture of Solid Spars, Hollow Spars & Box Section Spars.


Quality Fastenings for Boat Building and Repairs.


Check out or extensive range of Books & DVDs.


Purchase the highest grade components to complete the most effective
architectural rigging balustrades and other rigging solutions.