Arrow Glass boats
Arrow Glass is a small builder with 188 registered hulls in the US fleet, most from the 1970s. With a median length of 16 feet and all gasoline power, these are compact runabouts and fishing boats suited to buyers seeking simple, older platforms at entry level pricing.
Are Arrow Glass boats reliable?
Arrow Glass has zero USCG recalls on record, a positive signal for a brand of this era. At 40 to 50 years old, reliability depends on prior owner maintenance, hull and stringer integrity, and whether the original engine has been replaced or rebuilt.
Common problems to inspect on a used Arrow Glass
- Transom wood rot or delamination from age and water intrusion
- Stringer and floor deterioration in the bilge areas
- Gelcoat crazing and spider cracks from decades of UV exposure
- Outdated electrical systems and corroded wiring from the 1970s
Registry footprint
Sample = US state open-data vessel registries (currently Texas + New York, ~875k vessels). Treat as a representative slice of recreational US inventory.
Recalls (0)
No USCG recalls on file for Arrow Glass.
USCG MIC entries (2)
Frequently asked questions
Are Arrow Glass boats reliable?
Arrow Glass has no USCG recalls, but as 1970s era boats, reliability hinges on how well the hull structure and systems have been maintained over the past 40 to 50 years.
What size are Arrow Glass boats?
The 188 registered Arrow Glass hulls have a median length of 16 feet, making them compact boats for day use and trailer storage.
When were Arrow Glass boats built?
The majority of registered Arrow Glass hulls date from the mid 1970s, with 1977, 1975, and 1972 among the most common years.
What should I check when buying a used Arrow Glass?
Focus on transom soundness, stringer condition in the bilge, gelcoat crazing, and the state of the electrical system. Age related wood rot and structural degradation are the main risks on 40 to 50 year old hulls.
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