Hey everyone, I want to share my recent experience with Jones and Brothers. It all started when I was in the market for a new boat. I’d been eyeing a few different models, and it finally came down to two choices: a Parker 21SE or a Jones Brothers 20′ Cape Fisherman. Both had a Yamaha 150 four-stroke engine, and honestly, I was really torn between them.
I did a ton of research, read a bunch of reviews, and talked to some folks who owned each boat. What I found out was pretty interesting. Turns out, both are solid boats, but the Jones Brothers one actually has more deadrise than the Parker. And get this, it’s got the most deadrise out of all the Jones Brothers boats under 23 feet! Also, I heard the finish on the Jones Brothers is a bit nicer.
Then I stumbled upon this tidbit: Jones Brothers boats are pretty much top-notch. Yeah, they can be a bit pricey, but it sounds like you get what you pay for. I even heard they sell them right across the Bay Bridge. I can’t remember the name of the company, but supposedly they’re right there by the waterfront.
A buddy of mine actually owns a 20-foot Cape Fisherman from Jones Brothers, and he’s always raving about it. He says it’s great for both inshore and nearshore fishing. That got me thinking, so I started digging deeper into the Cape Fisherman model. I found someone who bought a 1996 1910 Cape Fisherman about a year ago, and they seemed pretty happy with it too.
From what I could gather, the layout and specs of the Parker and Jones Brothers boats are pretty similar. But here’s the kicker: the Jones Brothers supposedly rides way better than the Parker and has a full composite construction. That’s a big deal! Plus, the interior finish is, you know, just a bit more polished. I noticed that a lot of other people had similar feelings. Some people were saying “Very similar boats as far as the layout and the spec but the Jones Brothers rides much better than the Parker does and has a full composite construction. The interior finish is …”
Now, I did see some comments about Jones Brothers being popular in the Carolinas for their quality. But some folks pointed out that they might not be the best choice if you’re into flats-style fishing. But for a simple, do-it-all kind of skiff, they’re apparently hard to beat.
One thing that caught my attention was that Jones Brothers boats are known for having a low deadrise. So, if you’re planning on using it in shallow waters, that’s something to consider. I also checked out some recent reviews and videos of Jones Brothers boats, just to get a better feel for them. All those videos really helped me to make the decision.
And there are many people online trust reviews before they purchase anything. I am one of them. Reviews are very important for me before I decide to get anything.
I have to say that one thing that really sealed the deal for me was seeing a Jones Brothers boat that already had a Minn Kota riptide copilot, Powerpole XL, poling platform, and a Lowrance Elite 5 HDI. That’s a sweet setup! I also noticed that they were 100% composite by mid-2006 and coming down the assembly line. At the Nassau Boat show I was looking over a 19 foot boat by a North Carolina company called Jones Bros. boat. It looked well made and resonably priced.
So, after all that, I finally pulled the trigger and went with the Jones Brothers 20′ Cape Fisherman.
- First, I contacted the dealer across the Bay Bridge.
- Then I visited their showroom to check out the boat in person.
- I spent a good amount of time inspecting the boat, asking questions, and getting a feel for it.
- I even took it out for a test ride, which was awesome!
- After that, I negotiated the price and finalized the paperwork.
- Finally, I arranged to have the boat delivered. Now I’m enjoying my new boat.
Conclusion
It’s been a fantastic experience so far, and I’m really happy with my decision. It rides like a dream, and the build quality is outstanding. I’ve taken it out several times already. If you’re in the market for a new boat, I highly recommend checking out Jones and Brothers. You won’t be disappointed!
