A rare opportunity to own a piece of Rhode Island boatbuilding history. This 1991 Shannon Voyager 36 is Hull #5 of an estimated production run of fewer than 25 vessels. Designed by the legendary Walt Schulz and hand-crafted by the Schulz Boat Company (Shannon Yachts), this vessel was engineered specifically to solve the dilemma of the lifelong sailor transitioning to power: how to gain speed and comfort without sacrificing seaworthiness or aesthetic beauty.

Pedigree & Construction Unlike mass-production trawlers of this era, Hull #5 carries the NHN manufacturer code, certifying its origin from Walt Schulz's semi-custom yard in Bristol, RI. The build quality mirrors the world-renowned Shannon sailboats-featuring a composite core construction for superior strength-to-weight ratio and insulation. This is not a "production boat"; it is a boutique yacht built to bluewater standards.

Performance Schulz dubbed this design a "Powerball"-a unique hull form that defies the slow-trawler stereotype. While she offers the classic lines and fuel efficiency of a trawler at displacement speeds, her patented hull design generates lift aft, allowing her to plane and cruise at 12-15+ knots when needed. She tracks straight, handles following seas with the grace of a sailboat, and eliminates the "wallowing" often associated with traditional trawlers.

The Ideal Owner This vessel is perfect for the discerning yachtsman who appreciates the teak joinery, bronze hardware, and over-engineered systems typical of a high-end sailboat, but desires the climate-controlled helm and extended cruising range of a trawler. A true collector's item for those who understand the Shannon difference.