- Price: £44,950
- Location: Dartmouth
- Year: 1946
- LOA: 22'6" (6.86m)
- Colour: Cream
- Beam: 7' 4'' (2.24m)
- Berths: 0
- Keel: Other
- ID no.: 171646
- Engine Make: Beta
- Horsepower: 25hp
- Drive Type: Shaft drive
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Fuel Tank Size: 20 Litres
- Cruise Speed: 6
- Top Speed: 7
- Range: 100
Broker Remarks
Argo – Classic Falmouth Launch (c.1946, refitted 2024)
Location: Noss on Dart, Dartmouth
A rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored piece of maritime heritage.
Argo is a stunning example of a classic Falmouth Launch, originally built circa 1946 and comprehensively rebuilt over a three-year period, culminating in her relaunch in 2024. Her current owner has spared no expense in sympathetically restoring and modernising this timeless vessel, blending traditional craftsmanship with thoughtful upgrades.
Refit & Restoration
Argo recently underwent an extensive, well documented restoration totalling nearly £70,000. Works include:
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Completely rebuilt Sapele wheelhouse and Iroko-laid decks
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New Beta 25HP diesel engine (installed May 2024 by TS Marine Engineers)
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New Lofrans windlass, electrical systems, and helm instrumentation
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Full interior joinery restoration and cabin fit-out
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New stainless steel fuel system, bilge pumps, heater, and marine WC
A full refurbishment schedule and recent marine survey (July 2024) are available upon request.
Specification
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Length: Approx. 22 ft
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Engine: Beta 25HP diesel (2024)
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Berths: Forward V-berth cabin
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Decking: Iroko with black Sikaflex caulking
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Navigation: Simrad Cruise 7 Chartplotter
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Windlass: Lofrans 800W vertical (helm-controlled)
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Ground tackle: Bruce anchor with galvanised chain
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Extras: Diesel heater, butterfly hatch, new tonneau and canvas covers
Lifestyle Afloat
Moored at the scenic Noss on Dart Marina, Argo is the perfect day boat for those seeking to explore the serene rivers and hidden creeks of the South Hams. Her classic lines and varnished timber-work make this beautiful carvel launch a real head turner.
Whether you're picnicking upriver, dropping anchor for a swim, or simply pottering along the Dart with a glass of wine—Argo offers a truly elegant and nostalgic boating experience.
Viewing highly recommended. Available for inspection ashore at Noss on Dart.
Accommodation
Mechanical and Rigging
Engine installed 2024 with 50 hours
Inventory
Navigation Equipment:
SIMRAD CRUISE 7 Chart Plotter, Autopilot, Log/Speed, Compass, GPS, Depth, Fishfinder, VHF Radio
Electrical systems:
2 x 12v Batteries 2024
Shore power
Solar panels
Anchoring Equipment:
Anchor & 50m chain/warp marked
Windlass
Boathook
3 x Fenders
4 x Mooring warps
Contact NYB Dartmouth
- Address:
Network Yacht Brokers Dartmouth
Noss Marina
Bridge Road
Kingswear
Devon
TQ6 0EA - Telephone: [+44] [0] 1803 834 864
- Email: sales@nybdartmouth.com
- Link to full office details
Disclaimer : EQ Marine Ltd t/a Network Yacht Brokers Dartmouth offers the details of this vessel for sale but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of the information contained in the specification or warrant the condition of the vessel or equipment. A buyer should instruct his agents, or surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered for sale subject to no prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
