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A one-of-a-kind bespoke bar –

A statement of exclusivity.

Custom one-off Flybridge bar

We were asked to remove the 2 existing smaller bars on a Princess 35M Flybridge and create 1 large bespoke bar to stand in their place. This would be a much more user friendly, practical and beautiful looking unit. This involved replacing parts of the teak deck, and designing, manufacturing and engineering a fully custom bar unit from Plywood plug to GRP molding.

Design & Engineering

Plug (Pattern) Creation

  • 2D Sectioning 
  • CNC-cut plywood sections based on the 3D model, offset to allow for cladding thickness. Both horizontal and vertical sections are used for accuracy.
  • Fairing & Trial Assembly 
  • Plug is filled and faired to achieve a smooth finish. All parts are dry-assembled to verify fit.
  • CMM Check 
  • Parts are measured to ensure 1-2mm tolerance accuracy.
  • Final Finishing 
  • The plug is base-coated, sanded, and top-coated to a gloss finish, ready for moulding.

Moulding Process

Component Moulding

  • Laminating 
  • Moulds are taped and coated with white gelcoat. Layers of mat and core and applied with careful rolling to eliminate voids. Structural UD tapes reinforce long flat areas.
  • Joining Splits 
  • Flanged sections are bolted and joined with fibreglass, ensuring smooth, staggered seams.
  • Post-Cure 
  • Mouldings are heat-cured to 50°C over 12 hours in a controlled oven to stabilise the structure.

Final Finishing

  • Release & Repair
  • Mouldings are removed, minor repairs made, and post-cured again as needed.
  • Prep & Spray
  • Surfaces are sanded, parts aligned and hung, then sent for spray finishing. A final cure at 85°C ensures a durable, high-gloss finish
  • Assembly
  • All components are carefully assembled and tested to ensure perfect fit and function aboard the yacht

Additional Works

  • Cockpit bar front in the same style as new Flybridge bar
  • Reupholster Lower Companionway bulkheads to brighten the area
  • Cabin doors leather insets to match new Companionway lighter fabrics
  • Master Cabin window liners recover due to de-lamination

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If you want to redefine, refit and remaster your boat who better to do it than the people who designed it in the first place? "What a fantastic idea!"
Miles Morehouse – Marketing Director, Fairline
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I have worked with Chris for over 30 years and I’m pleased to see him develop his own brand - along with likeminded people with industry-leading expertise. The future is bright for Setag Yachts and pre-owned yacht owners, who can now refurbish their vessels to today’s - or even tomorrow's standards.
David King - Founder, Princess Yachts.
That has been one of the key selling points for us – having that personalised service and having a boat that is unique to us – is standout in its own right. We are pretty blown away…very very pleased. I think it’s fabulous…it has transformed the boat.
Delighted SETAG customer - Targa 47 owner
The perfect way to open up a new market: the "true reflection of luxury". Setag gets it: simplicity and personalisation are key – with the depth of knowledge to deliver.
James Barke – Managing Director of Boats.co.uk
Setag are probably the only company who can carry out all the tasks as a ‘one stop shop’. Other yards were reluctant to price work and needed to subcontract many tasks meaning higher costs and longer lead times. If you are in any doubt speak to Chris and his team, they know boats like no one else.
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We have been waiting for this quality of service: a comprehensive, professional refit that we can rely on – because of the pedigree of its staff, with over 200 years' experience in our market.
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