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- Beam: 10' 0''
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Max Draft: 4' 0''
- Cabins: 1
- Heads: 1
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STRAVAIGIN is a wonderful example of the Lyle Hess-designed and Sam Morse-built Bristol Channel Cutter 28, a classic pocket bluewater cruiser with a reputation far larger than her length overall. Built from a hull-and-deck package purchased by a Maine schooner captain, she was ultimately completed by Apache Marine under the direction of shipwright Bill Buchholt and launched in 2009.
She is reported to have been completed to Morse factory standards using components supplied by Cape George Marine after Cape George acquired the Sam Morse molds. STRAVAIGIN is described as the last hull done at the Morse factory in Costa Mesa, giving her an especially compelling place in the Bristol Channel Cutter story.
Her owners sailed her from Maine to Grenada, throughout the Caribbean, and back to Florida, using the boat only about three months per year. She is now on the hard in Indiantown, Florida and ready for her next adventure, with good canvas, recently completed varnish, recent engine service, Coppercoat bottom protection, and the distinctive Morse trim-tab self-steering system.
Key Features:
Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. A yacht buyer should instruct his yacht broker, or his boat surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. This boat may be listed with another yacht broker.
The galley is located to port and is fitted for extended cruising, with diesel cooking, refrigeration/freezer capacity, hot and cold pressure water, Corian countertops, and useful locker and drawer storage.
NAVIGATION STATION
The navigation area is compact and integrated into the saloon layout, with the refrigerator top doubling as the navigation table.
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
STRAVAIGIN is equipped with the essential navigation and sailing electronics expected aboard a compact offshore cruiser.
HULL
STRAVAIGIN is a fiberglass Bristol Channel Cutter 28 designed by Lyle Hess and built by Sam Morse. She is described as a hull-and-deck boat completed by Apache Marine to Morse factory levels and launched in 2009.
DECK
The deck layout is traditional and robust, with fiberglass decks, molded non-skid, bulwarks, bronze hardware, a bowsprit, dorade ventilation, and recent brightwork/varnish reported in excellent condition.
COCKPIT
MAST AND RIGGING
SAILS AND WINCHES
ENGINE AND MECHANICAL
STRAVAIGIN is powered by a 29 HP Yanmar three-cylinder diesel with approximately 1,125 hours. The engine is reported to have been recently removed, totally serviced, and reinstalled. The drivetrain includes direct drive and a three-blade bronze Max Prop.
PLUMBING AND TANKAGE
Tankage includes 28 gallons of fuel and 68 gallons of fresh water. The forward head is fitted with a holding tank, though capacity is not provided in the source listing.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AUDIO/VISUAL AND ENTERTAINMENT EQUIPMENT
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
BROKER’S COMMENTS
STRAVAIGIN is a highly appealing example of the Bristol Channel Cutter 28, combining the pedigree of a Lyle Hess design, the desirability of Sam Morse construction, and a practical cruising specification. Her history as the last hull done at the Morse factory, paired with her Apache Marine completion and thoughtful maintenance, makes her a distinctive pocket cruiser with real character.
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