Length 45 - 125 feet Weight 75 - 400 tons
The Boum over the years has taken over from the Baghlah, as the ocean going vessel. It is believed that this was mainly due to cost of construction. Boum's have a distinctive design with a rounded stern, unlike the Baghlah and Ghanjah. The stem post is also very distinctive, protruding out at approximately 45 degrees . Simple finish with flat planking.
The Boum to this day is still being built in certain parts of
the Gulf although the design has slightly changed to incorporate
Diesel engines.
Length up to 80 feet Weight 20 - 150 Tons.
These vessels were used for a variety of coastal work, but one
of the main features they were used for was pearl diving. The
larger vessels were able to carry two masts. Today most of the
remaining crafts once again have diesel engines.
Length up to 50 feet Weight 40 - 70 tons.
Jolly boat or Gellywatte or Galeota, these are a few names many think the Jalibut originated from. The first being from the British Navy, the second from an Indian coastal boat and the third from the Portuguese. Your guess is as good as mine.
These small vessels were used as offshore trading vessels. Single
stepped mast. Today they can be seen in coastal waters under engine.
The distinguishing feature is the vertically designed bow and
transom stern.
Length up to 75 feet Weight up to 200 tons.
This is rather a strange design, but had its purpose. The vessel
was used for inshore sailing, mainly as a fishing vessel but also
as a high speed attack sailing craft. They were designed for speed
and not as cargo carrying crafts. The bow has a distinguishing
round club and the stern is near vertical.
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