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Bravo, Arrowsport, Arrowman, Arrowbolt, Arrowflash, Arrowhawk and Arrowstreak are just a handful of the Flecther range of boats that have been manufactured over the years. Waterski and other watersports enthusiasts will probably be well aware of the make as they have been one of the favourite small speedboats in the UK for a number of decades.

Although the range of outboard powered craft may not be centred on boats as large or as powerful as the likes of the Mastercraft or Ski Nautique range, their affordable second-hand price and decent build quality ensures that there is a vibrant second-hand market for Fletcher boats, ranging from total wrecks (stripped shells, damaged / previously sunken hulls etc) through to fastidiuously maintained outfits. Some 'project' boats, stripped of engine, instruments, controls, screen, seats, carpet and plywood floor may be worth very little, under £100, although the costs of putting them back on the water may be substantial. Moving up the market, it should be possible to pick up an old but decent quality working outfit for around the £1000 mark, including boat, trailer and a working outboard engine of 50hp or so. A larger budget still would allow the buyer to find a tidier, less dated, example coupled with a younger engine.

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As with any glassfibre speedboat, the potential buyer should thoroughly check the hull over for signs of damage through collision or grounding, especially in areas that will be below the waterline. The floors, being plywood, are often prone to rot and replacement is a common necessary task. Similarly, the bearers are timber and can may well need replacing at the same time. Check the floor between the seats for signs of sponginess or weaknes s and roll back the carpet for inspection if at all possible.

All round, Fletcher boats have been and remain popular for a reason. They are built for a budget and second-hand examples can still offer an extremely affordable route into a variety of watersports or just allow the owner to take to the water for a bit of leisure boating. Their popularity ensures that the number of used boats on the markets is normally plentiful and the potential buyer should always shop round to find the best buy within their budget.

It's all too easy to get carried away when making an offer on a private sale or bidding in an auction, especially when you haven't researched or viewed an item, so here's a few things to bear in mind when looking for your next boat or other marine item. Do your homework, compare prices, think through the logistics, be patient and don't make rashly impulsive decisions and you'll be able to pick up some excellent deals online.

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