Discovered Classic Wooden Folkboat To Be Auctioned in Wicklow

5th June 2015

#folkboat – A 26ft–clinker Built 'Folkboat' discovered after ten years in storage will go under the hammer later this month. Auctioneer David Herman of Herman Wilkinson Auctioneers in Dublin says the ex–Galway classic boat named 'WAIRINGI' is a 'fabulous restoration project opportunity'.

The wooden clinker built boat is to be sold without reserve to the highest bidder at the auction. Viewing of the craft is: Sun 21st June 3pm – 5pm & Mon 22nd June (day of auction) 11am to the start of auction in Newcastle, Co. Wicklow

More information and photos on Afloat's boats for sale site HERE and from David Herman on 01 4972245

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