Company Profile

      It all started on a cold December day in 1969, when John and Warren Luhrs established Silverton Marine Corporation. In less than 40 years, our yachts have become prized throughout the world. The company has been able to preserve a tradition of craftsmanship while its competitors have yielded to influences contrary to product quality and dependability. It has risen above its early image as a manufacturer of cheap boats to become the acknowledged value leader in its class.
       Silverton accomplished this success by listening to its owners’ preferences. By the continual investment in new construction technology, in sophisticated design and manufacturing equipment, in facilities, and in people with the same passion to excel that spurred John and Warren Luhrs. The company has come to be recognized as a premier mid-sized bridge-boat builder, whose day-in and day-out dedication has achieved unsurpassed performance, comfort, and value.
       Silverton is committed to the notion that the achievement of product excellence is not an impossible task, but rather one that can be accomplished by progressive management in collaboration with dedicated dealers, manufacturing partners, and owner-employees. We also subscribe to the idea that successful product lines are not fixed and unchanging, but evolve in response to changes in technology, boating habits, and owners’ wishes. At Silverton, we are evolving, excelling, and leading!

Recommended Model:
The 38 Sport Sridge
       The 38 sport bridge is the third in Silverton’s sport bridge series that also includes 33- and 43- foot models. The most striking feature is an exceptionally large flybridge. There’s comfortable seating for eight adults, including three abreast at the helm. An aft-facing bench backs up that seating, and another bench with a backrest along the port side faces forward along the aft bridge rail. Chances are the crew will fight for this spot because it’s a great place to stretch your legs and enjoy the ride.
       Sloppy days aren’t the best for boating, but they can be good for a test. During our sea trial, we slugged through waves running three to five feet at about 15 mph. The ride was a bit bumpy, but not all that uncomfortable, and roll stability was very good. Pushing the throttles forward to 2700 rpm, we maintained the boat’s cruising speed of about 20 mph. The newly-designed Blount and Associates hull had a smooth entry into the oncoming waves and tracked well in following seas. The ride wasn’t the kind you’d want to encounter every day, but it was nice to know that the 38 Sport Bridge could handle it.
       Overall, the Silverton 38 Sport Bridge looks good and performs well. Inside and out, you can see that the company pays considerable attention to the way everything comes together.