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Norman Wright Ketch

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242,331 $

Norman Wright Ketch

This classical, elegant and stylish sailing yacht will transport you to another world the moment you step aboard! She is everything one would expect from a stunning traditional Ketch with the added bonus of being modernised during the 2010/2011 refit.

Her distinctive lines and warm teak decks are highlighted by the sumptuous interior, restored and upgraded with nothing over looked.

On deck you can sunbathe, or just sit back and relax on the vast sun-lounging cushions, whilst sipping a cool refreshing drink or celebrating in style with a glass of champagne.

Setting sail on this \'go anywhere\' yacht you know you are on board a unique sailing vessel, she is set up to transport you to the beautiful waters of the world with her sea worthiness and comfort. All the sails have been serviced, the cockpit has a new Bimini that can be fully enclosed with the brand new clears for on deck lounging or perhaps a siesta.

Below deck you can enjoy the luxury of the spacious saloon and open style, fully equipped refurbished galley. There are spacious berths for 8, new water cooled air-conditioning, new refrigeration units, Led TV entertainment and sumptuous new leather seating. Enjoy a drink from the bar and relax with friends over a good meal around the ample sized saloon table.

All berths are refurbished to a high standard, ensuring your every comfort, whilst retaining the timeless traditional qualities that this boat encapsulates. Built by the legendary Norman Wright & Sons shipyard, this is a yacht of some significant pedigree. This is a yacht that must be seen to be appreciated.

 Vessel Description
Reference NumberESB 475
Make / ModelNorman Wright Ketch
DescriptionThis classical, elegant and stylish sailing yacht will transport you to another world the moment you step aboard! She is everything one would expect from a stunning traditional Ketch with the added bonus of being modernized during the 2010/2011 refit. Her distinctive lines and warm teak decks are highlighted by the sumptuous interior, restored and upgraded with nothing over looked. On deck you can sunbathe, or just sit back and relax on the vast sun-lounging cushions, whilst sipping a cool refreshing drink or celebrating in style with a glass of champagne. Setting sail on this \'go anywhere\' yacht you know you are on board a unique sailing vessel, she is set up to transport you to the beautiful waters of the world with her sea worthiness and comfort. All the sails have been serviced, the cockpit has a new Bimini that can be fully enclosed with the brand new clears for on deck lounging or perhaps a siesta. Below deck you can enjoy the luxury of the spacious saloon and open style, fully equipped refurbished galley. There are spacious berths for 8, new water cooled air-conditioning, new refrigeration units, Led TV entertainment and sumptuous new leather seating. Enjoy a drink from the bar and relax with friends over a good meal around the ample sized saloon table. All berths are refurbished to a high standard, ensuring your every comfort, whilst retaining the timeless traditional qualities that this boat encapsulates. Built by the legendary Norman Wright & Sons shipyard, this is a yacht of some significant pedigree. This is a yacht that must be seen to be appreciated.
PriceAU $499,000 reduced
Vessel NameAbellendaine
DesignerNorman Wright & Sons
BuilderNorman Wright & Sons
Launch Date1980
LOA19.20m - 63\'
Beam16\'6\"
Draft7\'
Displacement24 Tonnes
Keel / BallastFull Keel
Hull MaterialWood - Spotted gum / Hoop Pine
Deck MaterialWood - Beech 45mm
Max Speed7 Knots
Cruise Speed6 Knots
 
 Machinery
EngineCaterpillar 3145 V8 s/n 96m3106
Fuel TypeDiesel
Horsepower160HP
Engine Hours2,590 Hours (Jan 2011 - 35k in Reciepts for overhaul)
Drive SystemShaft - Twin Disc Gearbox
PropsFixed Bronze
Fuel Capacity / Tanks2,350 Litres in 3x Tanks
Fuel Consumption7Lph
Genset ModelAquavolt Diecon
KVA6.5
WatermakerSK SC600 80L/hour
Other MachineryCruisair SMX2A Air Conditioning
 
 Rigging
Rig TypeMasthead Ketch
Rigging AgeStainless Steel Wire 2000
Sail InventoryMain (NEW), Mizzen, No.1 Light, No. 1 Heavy, No. 2 Staysail, Mizzen Staysail - All good condition, Checked & Serviced end of 2010.
Lazy JacksYes
SparsWood - Oregon Masts, Danish Spruce Booms.
Deck GearBarlow Winches - 2x 32, 2x 25, 3x 15.
 
 Accommodation
CabinsDouble master cabin forward, Saloon double pull-out port side, 2x Singles starboard, Double crew quarters.
Total Berths8
SaloonLarge midships L-Shaped saloon, New leather port + new leather 3 seater starboard, Large folding saloon table.
Headroom6\'3\"
Shower2 Hot & Cold (1x Below, 1x on deck)
H/CYes - New System
Toilet1x Electric Macerator
 
 Galley
LayoutU-Shaped Galley, Double deep stainless steel sinks, New range hood installed, Extra prep bench on starboard side above refridgeration, Doubles as a bar.
StorageExcellent storage, Including very large stainless storage well.
FridgeEutectic 240v Water Cooled - New Commercial Compressor 2011
FreezerSeperate Eutectic 240v Front Access, System replaced in 2010
Stove TypeDouble Electric Ceramic
MicrowaveLarge Sharp Carousel Convection 240v
Hot Water SystemBrand New
Water Capacity / Tanks1,330 Litres (2x 180L, 2x 370L, 2x 115L)
 
 Electrics
Lighting System12v, 24v, & 240v (24v on Dimmers)
Shore PowerYes
Inverter2500w - New in 2011
BatteriesAll New in 2011 - Genset 120AH, Main Engine 120AH, 4 x House 120AH
Other6v/12v/24v Smart Charger, Smart Charger 4 starting, Spare Charger, Electric Horn.
 
 Electronics & Instrumentation
GPSVDO Logic
PlotterRaymarine C120
SounderFuruno colour FCU 668
RadarFuruno 24 mile 1700
Auto PilotRaymarine XSol - 2 x ST8002 Heads with Wireless Network and Wireless Controller (S100)
RadiosGME Electrophone GX548 with new aerial, Icom M710
 
 Entertainment
CDCD/DVD
TVNEW Samsung 32\" LED
VideoYes
DVDYes
Other6 x Speakers - 2 x Bose indoor, 2 x Bose outdoor
 
 Safety Equipment
Bilge PumpsDual Electric + Manual
Liferaft6-Person + 2x Life Buoys
Epirb121.5 / 243Mhz
Lifejackets8x NEW PFD 1, 10x Type 1, 2x NEW PFD Type 3, 2x Used.
Fire ProtectionRebuilt pump & clutch salt water system, NEW 15m deck hose, 6x Extinguishers.
Safety Harness1
SpotlightHandheld 12v
Other2 x Life rings.
 
 Deck Hardware / Fittings
Anchor WinchHydraulic with main engine PTO
AnchorPlough
Chain12mm
DavittsYes
DinghyRedback 4-man Alloy Hull
OutboardMercury 5HP (Just Serviced)
Game PolesBack Seat
Cockpit Shwr / Deck WashMidships Starboard
CoversAll NEW - Bimini Cover, All-round cockpit clears, Helm cover, 2 x Hatch covers.
 
 Accessories / Additional Equipment
More GearDinner set, 8 setting + cutlery, 2x Deck lounging squabs (NEW), 2x Winch mounted stools (NEW Covers), Push pit cushion (NEW).
 
As details given above are as furnished by the owner of the vessel, Ensign takes no responsibility as to their accuracy. The vendor and purchaser agree that no warranty or guarantees of any type have been implied or given by the broker or its servants.

Features:

TypeSail

CategoryKetch

Cruisers

MakeNorman Wright

ModelKetch

Year built1980

Length62.99ft

Hull MaterialWood

New/UsedUsed