Weaver
Engineered and hand-crafted on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay in Deale, Maryland, Weaver Boatworks represents the absolute pinnacle of modern cold-molded sportfishing craft. Founded by master builder Jim Weaver, the yard has earned an international reputation for constructing exceptionally fast, soft-riding, and structurally flawless hulls. As long-standing specialists in custom sportfish brokerage, MacGregor Yachts proudly represents Weaver Boatworks hulls—connecting discerning buyers and sellers with these world-class Mid-Atlantic tournament machines.
The Art of High-Speed Bluewater Engineering
Weaver Boatworks was founded on a singular principle: build the lightest, strongest, and most offshore-capable cold-molded sportfish on the water. Master builder Jim Weaver brought a fresh, performance-driven perspective to traditional custom boatbuilding, blending time-honored Maryland woodworking craftsmanship with cutting-edge composite technology.
Unlike heavy production vessels that rely on thick fiberglass layups, every Weaver hull is custom-crafted using high-grade Douglas fir, Okoume plywood, and advanced epoxy resins. Vacuum-bagged composite construction ensures that every square inch of the hull achieves maximum strength with minimal weight. The result is a vessel that planes effortlessly, runs extraordinarily fast, and cuts through heavy head seas with remarkable stability.
From nimble 43-foot day boats to magnificent 80-foot enclosed bridge flagships, Weaver vessels are instantly recognized by their clean profiles, tumblehome sterns, and immaculate teak cockpit layouts. Every build is customized down to the smallest detail to suit its owner's exact tournament and long-range cruising requirements.
Proven Representation with MacGregor Yachts
MacGregor Yachts has maintained a deep, firsthand familiarity with Weaver Boatworks since the yard's earliest builds. Having brokered and represented flagship Weaver hulls—including iconic 80-foot enclosed bridge models and custom 64-foot tournament builds—our principal advisors understand the exact structural nuances, engine room engineering, and resale equity inherent to a Weaver hull.
Whether you are actively searching for a pre-owned Weaver Boatworks for sale or seeking strategic listing representation for your custom vessel, MacGregor Yachts offers unmatched builder-specific insight. Our direct connections with Weaver owners, captain networks, and yard leadership ensure our clients gain early access to newly available listings, confidential off-market opportunities, and upcoming build slot allocations.
Hull Design & Performance Pillars
- Vacuum-Bagged Cold-Molded Epoxy:
Tri-planked Douglas fir encapsulated in high-tensile epoxy and glass cloth creates a monocoque structure that is whisper-quiet in rough seas, impervious to flex, and completely immune to osmosis or water absorption.
- Low Center of Gravity & Sharp Hull Entry:
Jim Weaver’s hull geometry features a knife-like bow entry that transitions into a efficient aft running surface. This layout delivers high cruising speeds (35+ knots) while keeping fuel burn low and sea-keeping stability exceptionally high.
- Uncompromising Engine Room Layouts:
Engineered like commercial aircraft, Weaver engine rooms prioritize mirror-image symmetry, dual generator redundancy, and full 360-degree service access around twin high-output MTU or Caterpillar diesel packages.
- Custom Interior Joinery:
Lightweight composite bulkheads finished in hand-selected satin or high-gloss teak cabinetry deliver luxury-resort comfort without adding unnecessary displacement weight.
Specialized Advisory
When acquiring a custom sportfish, having the right broker beside you makes all the difference.
Our advisors bring decades of hands-on industry experience, deep builder relationships, and technical insight to your search—ensuring you acquire the right vessel with absolute confidence and discretion.
Tailored Brokerage Capabilties
Our involvement extends far beyond single transactions. We act as long-term strategic advisors to custom boat owners, providing comprehensive guidance through every phase of acquiring, managing, and selling high-end sportfishing vessels. Our deep specialization in cold-molded hulls, custom builders, and bluewater performance allows us to deliver technical clarity and market insight that generalized brokerages simply cannot match.
Buyer Representation
Sourcing public & off-market custom listings. We guide you through hull inspections, survey oversight, engine evaluation, and sea trials with complete technical transparency.
Seller Representation
Maximize your vessel's market equity through our proven marketing strategy. We combine targeted global outreach, technical valuation, and direct buyer networking to deliver qualified results.
Build & Advisory Consulting
Bypass multi-year yard waiting lists. We assist clients in securing incoming shipyard build allocations, managing contract transfers, and overseeing new construction specifications with top-tier builders.
Inside Access to the Custom Sportfish Market
Join our private client list for market analysis, incoming inventory releases, and off-market opportunities curated directly by Jamie MacGregor and our principal advisors.
MacGregor Yachts is the premier yacht brokerage in South Florida, with over two decades of experience specializing in the sale and acquisition of custom sportfishing yachts, luxury motor yachts, and high-end new and used boats.