Custom Weld

What Custom Weld does

Custom Weld is a privately held US manufacturer of custom welded aluminum jet boats, founded in 1991 and headquartered at 711 Snake River Avenue, Lewiston, Idaho — the self-described "Jet Boat Capital of the World." The company designs and handcrafts boats ranging from 14 to 44 feet using one-piece 5086 alloy marine aluminum bottoms and sides, with proprietary engineering features including radius bottoms and welded intakes (Storm and Custom Series) and delta performance pads (Viper and Cobra models). It also sells custom-built hulls as a standalone product line and offers an extensive "Signature Options" catalog for pumps (Hamilton and American Turbine), engines (Kodiak, Honda, Mercury), tops, and accessories.

The company's product portfolio spans recreational models (Viper, Cobra, Bush, Storm, Custom Series, X-Caliber, Pro 6061, Whitewater Special), outboard configurations (Bush Outboard, Custom Outboards, Shallow Water Outboard), and larger twin-engine vessels (Twin Series up to 44 feet, 660-1100 hp). Pricing is exclusively custom quote-based; no list prices are published. Distribution combines direct sales at the Lewiston headquarters showroom with an authorized dealer network across the US Pacific Northwest and Western Canada (British Columbia, Alberta), and the company is actively recruiting additional dealers.

Custom Weld serves four distinct customer segments: private recreational boaters (the primary segment, per the company's positioning), commercial outfitters and tour operators, federal/state/local government agencies (US Forest Service, multiple state Fish & Game departments, sheriff offices, state police, Texas Rangers), and international commercial operators (notably a 36 ft Amazon River cargo/passenger vessel). Exclusive supplier arrangements with American Turbine (jet pumps) and Kem Equipment/Kodiak (engines) extend warranty terms to 3 years versus the 2-year industry standard. The company has operated continuously for 33+ years as a family-owned, privately held entity with no disclosed venture or private equity backing.

Name

Custom Weld

Legal name

Custom Weld Boats

Website

https://customweld.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Custom Weld is a 33-year-old Lewiston, Idaho manufacturer of custom handcrafted welded aluminum jet boats (14'-44'), serving recreational boaters, commercial outfitters, government agencies, and international commercial buyers through direct sales and an authorized US/Canada dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aluminum Boat Manufacturing

NAICS

Ship and Boat Building (3366)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAJAEAM

Semi-Custom & Series Production Yacht Manufacturing

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Marine & Shipbuilding/Yacht & Leisure Craft Manufacturing

SECONDARYIMAJADAL

Government & Municipal Service Craft (Research, Survey, Inspection, Buoy Tenders)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Marine & Shipbuilding/Small Craft & Workboat Building (Tugs, Ferries, Patrol, Fishing)

Keywords

• Welded aluminum boats
• Jet boat manufacturing
• Recreational boat building
• Custom marine vessels
• Commercial boat construction

Headquarters

HQ city

Lewiston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Boat Sales: Custom Weld generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of custom welded aluminum boats, including recreational, commercial, and government vessels. Boats range from 14'-44' and are sold through dealer network and direct sales. Pricing is custom quote-based.
2. Custom Hull Sales: Custom built hulls are available for sale in sizes from 14'-34' with various specifications (bottom thickness options of 3/16", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2"; delta pads, radius, straight V designs; jet, outboard, inboard outboard models).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Custom Weld manufactures and sells custom welded aluminum jet boats ranging from 14' to 44' for recreational, commercial, and government customers. Each boat is handcrafted in Lewiston, Idaho using one-piece 5086 alloy marine aluminum construction with proprietary radius bottom and delta performance pad hull designs. Boats are sold through a network of authorized dealers across the US and Canada, as well as direct sales at the company headquarters, with all pricing determined through custom quote requests.

Product overview

Custom Weld is a welded aluminum jet boat manufacturer offering a portfolio of recreational and commercial boats. The product lineup includes recreational models (Viper, Cobra, Bush, Storm, Custom Series, X-Caliber, Pro 6061, Whitewater Special, Bush Whitewater, Shallow Water, Twin Series, Ram Drop Nose), outboard models (Bush Outboard, Custom Outboards, Shallow Water Outboard), and commercial/government boats. Core construction features include 5086 alloy marine aluminum one-piece bottoms and sides, delta performance pads, radius bottoms, and various pump systems (Hamilton, American Turbine). The company also sells custom hulls as standalone products and offers Signature Options for extensive customization including pumps, tops, canvas, trolling motor brackets, and audio/entertainment systems. All boats are handcrafted in Lewiston, Idaho with lifetime warranted pressure treated floors and stainless steel components.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Viper Series A quick, roomy 19-foot recreational welded aluminum jet boat that accommodates four people with impressive performance. Standard features include delta performance pad, ATJ SD309 pump, and Vortec engine. Targeted at recreational boaters seeking performance and roominess.
• Cobra A 20-foot family boating boat available as inboard or outboard, designed for family budgets with strong value in the welded aluminum boat market. Includes delta performance pad construction. Targeted at families seeking value-priced recreational boats.
• Bush A 20-foot base platform boat with affordable pricing, featuring American Turbine 312 pump, 440 Indmar engine, and one-piece 5086 alloy sides and gunnels. Targeted at buyers seeking an affordable entry into welded aluminum jet boating.
• Storm The #1 selling Custom Weld model with wide beam and exclusive Custom Weld radius bottom construction. A value-loaded package with standard comfort and convenience features. Targeted at buyers seeking the company's most popular recreational model.
• Custom Series Premier model boats in the 23'-25' range with over 100 options available, building on the popular Storm model design with exclusive Custom Weld radius bottom construction. Targeted at buyers seeking the highest level of customization and premium features.
• X-Caliber (Tunnel Hull Design) A shallow water boat designed for navigating rock bars and log jams, allowing operators to go farther and run shallower than conventional boats. Targeted at river runners and shallow water navigation enthusiasts.
• Pro 6061 (9 Stringer System) A 19-foot custom model boat with 8-degree bottom designed for shallow water navigation, featuring Hamilton 212 pump and 5.7L MPI Kodiak engine. Targeted at buyers seeking shallow water performance with a 9-stringer reinforced hull.
• Whitewater Special A high-performance whitewater boat with center stick steering, Hamilton 212 pump, and seating for multiple passengers with cargo capability. Targeted at whitewater enthusiasts and river runners.
• Bush Whitewater A versatile whitewater boat available in 20'-26' lengths designed for performance in all water conditions with customizable options. Targeted at buyers seeking versatile whitewater capability.
• Shallow Water (Inboard) A superior shallow water boat with optional UHMW bottom, designed to set higher and glide in minimum water depth with ease of mobility. Targeted at shallow water river navigation.
• Twin Series Custom twin-engine boats ranging from 26'-44' with 660hp to 1100hp, available in gas, diesel, inboard or outboard configurations. Targeted at buyers seeking high-performance multi-engine vessels for serious recreational or commercial use.
• Ram Drop Nose Landing craft boats with 19'-44' drop nose front end for loading/unloading cargo or quads, available in inboard and outboard models. Targeted at buyers needing cargo loading capability, including remote access applications.
• Bush Outboard Affordable 18'-26' outboard boats with Honda and Yamaha motor options, designed as entry-level boating solutions. Targeted at buyers seeking affordable outboard-powered welded aluminum boats.
• Custom Outboards (18'-32') Customizable outboard boats with various specifications including bottom thickness, side height, beam, and deadrise options. Targeted at buyers seeking fully customized outboard boats.
• Shallow Water Outboard A lightweight, strong outboard boat designed for smaller shallow rivers in Alaska and Canada with fuel cell capability for distance. Targeted at remote river operators in Alaska and Canada.
• Commercial & Government Boats Custom-built boats ranging from 14'-44' for law enforcement, tour guides, outfitters, marine biology research, and government agencies. Targeted at commercial operators and government agencies requiring mission-specific vessels.
• Custom Hulls Custom-built hulls from 14'-34' available in various bottom thicknesses (3/16', 1/4', 3/8', 1/2') with options for delta pads, radius, and straight V configurations, and jet, outboard, or inboard outboard models. Targeted at boat builders and custom fabricators seeking welded aluminum hulls.

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• Hamilton Water JetscoreTechnology or IntegrationHamilton Water Jets supplies pumps (212, 213, 241 & 273 models) for Custom Weld boats. These are signature option pump systems offered across multiple boat models.
• American TurbinecoreTechnology or IntegrationAmerican Turbine provides jet pumps (203, 231, 309, 312 with SDR, HTR, Split Duct Reverse) exclusively for Custom Weld Boats. American Turbine offers an exclusive 3-year warranty (vs 2-year industry standard) for Custom Weld boats.
• Kem Equipment (Kodiak)coreTechnology or IntegrationKem Equipment provides Kodiak engines built on Chevy blocks from General Motors. Exclusively for Custom Weld Boats, Kem Equipment offers a 3-year warranty (vs 2-year industry standard).
• Bob Feil Boats & MotorsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Custom Weld dealer located at 2131 Sunset Highway North, East Wenatchee, WA 98802, serving Washington state customers.
• Neid EnterprisesregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Custom Weld dealer located at 4921 Keith Ave., Terrace, BC Canada V8G 2R1, serving Canadian customers in British Columbia.
• Wholesale Trailer & MarineregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Custom Weld dealer located in Nisku, Alberta Canada, serving customers in Alberta and surrounding regions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Lund Boats: Major aluminum fishing boat manufacturer owned by Brunswick. Operates in the same aluminum boat market but on a much larger scale and broader product range than Custom Weld.
• Smoker Craft: Family-owned aluminum boat manufacturer producing a wide range of fishing, pontoon, and recreational boats. Comparable family-owned structure and aluminum boat focus, but at a much larger scale.
• Alumacraft Boats: Larger, established aluminum boat manufacturer producing a broad portfolio of fishing, jon, and recreational boats. Comparable aluminum construction and recreational customer base, though not specialized in jet boat hulls.

Direct peers

• Wooldridge Boats: Pacific Northwest builder of welded aluminum jet boats for river running, whitewater, and government use. Comparable product line, customer base, and aluminum jet boat construction methods.
• Thunder Jet Boats: Idaho-based aluminum jet boat manufacturer producing recreational and commercial models. Direct competitor in the regional jet boat market with comparable product positioning.
• Hewescraft: Aluminum boat builder offering recreational and commercial welded aluminum craft, including models designed for river and ocean use. Overlaps on construction style and customer segments.
• River Wild Boats: Builder of inboard jet boats designed for river and whitewater applications. Overlaps with Custom Weld on aluminum jet boat construction and recreational/commercial customer segments.
• Duckworth Boats: Pacific Northwest manufacturer of heavy-gauge welded aluminum boats, including jet and outboard models. Comparable construction methods and target market to Custom Weld.
• NorthRiver Boats: Manufacturer of heavy-gauge aluminum jet and outboard boats in the Pacific Northwest, with deep hull designs and government/commercial customers. Closest direct competitor to Custom Weld in the aluminum river-jet boat category.

Regional players

• Stabicraft: New Zealand-based aluminum boat builder serving commercial and recreational customers. Comparable welded aluminum construction and government/commercial segment focus, though geographically distinct.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/custom-weld

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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