Older/Classic hull questions

When looking at an older hull, I'm looking for damage.
Things that don't look right on the hull.
Stress fractures, impact rings in the gelcoat, cracks,
delamination of fiberglass layup, patches, chips, dings,
scrapes and glasswork that doesn't match the hull layup.
Cracked stringers, bulkhead separation, staining caused
by water leakage from rotting stringers or framing.
A plastic mallet, used to tap on a hull, will produce a sharp
clear rap if the glass is solid and a fuzzy sound if the
fiberglass has been poorly applied or is delaminating.
Underfoot floor flex can indicate separation between glass and core material.
Gaps between the cap and hull can indicate poor construction
or damage caused by rough use. A damaged rubrail
also shows rough usage. Look at the hull at night with
a high intensity flashlight. Shining the light inside the hull
will show through thin areas in the hull when viewed
on the outside and cracks that aren't visible in daylight.
Use that flashlight to inspect all underdeck areas and the bilge.
I prefer older hulls. It's not hard to figure out if one is
going to be worth the time and money.

 

Where are you located? I have an older flats boat (Signature) that is structurally fine. It is a top of the line boat with hydraulic steering, Bennet tabs and many other extras. I can email you a photo if interested. It is 19' and 140 HP Evinrude so not exactly a microskiff.

Best regards,
Frank_S

Asking $2500 OBO