A boat drain valve which incorporates a valve to open and close the drain
valve. The drain valve is connected to the boat hull in a manner that
provides a straight channel through the drain valve. A handle with an
extension positions the grip of the handle in a location where it can be
easily accessed. The grip can be positioned above operational equipment
in a compartment formed by the hull of the boat and an access hatch, just
under the hatch. The grip can be positioned just above the deck surface
of the boat.