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IMPSHI II | Part I

Elegance in motion.

IMPSHI II | Part II

Sleek. Commanding. Refined.

LIGHTNING STRIKES | Part I

Chasing late summer vibes in this one-of-one Van Dam Custom Boat.

LIGHTNING STRIKES | Part II

She glides like a sports car on water.

5-STAR SYSTEMS TEST

Given that all our boats are prototypes, the autumn testing phase provides ample opportunity to address any issues before its scheduled launch in the spring of 2024.

DON DON

Powerful and playful contemporary runabout.

SHOP UPDATE | December 22, 2023

Shop update- holiday edition! Check out the happenings on our current build, 5-STAR, as well as some other fun projects.

SHOP UPDATE | January 30, 2023

Shop update- Sales manager, Jeremy, gives you an inside look at the amazing work our Paint & Varnish team has been doing on 5-STAR!

JOIN US IN OUR PURSUIT OF PERFECTION

Work for one of the world’s premiere wooden boat builders.

CRAFTSMAN COMMERCIAL

Van Dam Custom Boats and why they LOVE…MAKING.

BEN VAN DAM, BOAT BUILDER | HUMAN

The HUMAN side of an obsessive pursuit of perfection…to be the world’s best.

THE DISTANCE

The magic of Van Dam creating unmatched compound curves in wood.

WRCNM | WAVE OF CHANGE

The 100 Men Campaign impacts changing the pattern of violence against women.

BE INSPIRED

Behind every purposeful action is a passion, an inspiration, moving it forward.

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Practice the “human touch.”

Listen for, and pay attention to, the things that make people unique. Use handwritten notes, personal cards, and timely phone calls to acknowledge their specialness. Genuine compassion can’t be faked.

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DISCOVER THE

LEGACY
Craftsmanship

It goes beyond skill and ability – the definition of workmanship. Legacy craftsmanship is a passion for the skills of days past and a deep rooted respect for the unique aesthetics that shroud function. The result is a build that exceeds expectations and forever excites.

A remarkable History

Van Dam Custom Boats has spent over four decades hand crafting the world’s finest custom wooden boats. Learn more about this amazing journey.

YOUR JOURNEY

There is no ‘comes in your choice of’ model line here. Our team will translate your ideas into a one-of-a-kind design and your role is instrumental in guaranteeing a perfect outcome.

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