2021 Crestliner 1760 Retriever Jon

Crestliner 1760 Retriever Jon: A Rock-Solid Aluminium Jon Boat for Hunters and Anglers

1. General Information

The Crestliner 1760 Retriever Jon is a 5.18-metre all-welded aluminium jon boat designed for waterfowl hunters and anglers who want a simple, stable and low-maintenance boat for marshes, backwaters, rivers and shallow lakes. With a 2.03-metre beam, seating for five and a 522 kg maximum weight capacity, it has room for a few friends, a dog and plenty of decoys or tackle. Rated for tiller outboards from 20 to 50 hp, with a jet-drive option for very shallow water, it is an open utility boat that puts stability, toughness and versatility ahead of frills, making it equally at home on an early-morning duck hunt or a day spent fishing the shallows.

2. Construction and Design

The hull is all-welded marine aluminium with 2.54 mm (0.100-inch) plating on the bottom, sides and transom, reinforced by a full-length extruded welded keel, extra-strength extruded ribs and cross and side rib construction. A shallow 3.5-degree deadrise and 1.52-metre chine width give a flat, very stable footprint for standing, casting or shooting, while six formed strakes and formed spray rails help with tracking and keep spray down. The built-in flat aluminium floor, wood-free construction and level flotation keep the boat durable and easy to maintain, and at around 313 kg dry without an engine it is light to tow and launch. The extruded gunwale with lock-track system lets owners slide accessories into exactly the right position.

3. Key Features

Flat Aluminium Floor – A built-in flat floor provides sure footing and stability when angling or hunting.

Quick-Access Rod Rack – A port-side rack holds up to three full-size rods ready for action.

SureMount Gunwale System – An extruded lock-track gunwale lets accessories slide along the side for perfect placement.

Stable, Tough Hull – An all-welded 0.100-inch aluminium hull with a 3.5-degree deadrise delivers rock-solid stability in shallow water.

Customisable Options – A Convenience Package with aluminium console, a 16-gallon aerated livewell, a 53-inch gun box, sponson pods, jet modification and Mossy Oak camouflage finishes let owners tailor the boat to their pursuits.

4. Summary

The Crestliner 1760 Retriever Jon suits duck hunters, river anglers and anyone who needs a dependable, no-fuss aluminium utility boat. Its welded hull, flat stable floor, light weight and wide range of hunting and fishing options make it a practical, affordable choice for shallow and sheltered waters across the seasons.