Sam Devlin

Sam Devlin is a renowned American boat designer and builder based in Olympia, Washington, recognized for pioneering the "stitch-and-glue" wooden boat construction method since 1977. He specializes in custom, traditionally styled wooden power cruisers, sailboats, and work boats, having designed and built over 430 boats (ranging from 8ft to 62ft) with a distinctive, sturdy aesthetic.

Sam Devlin is a key figure in the resurgence of wooden boatbuilding, making it accessible to amateur builders through his detailed plans and techniques.