Down East 38 Cutter - Respected cruising Cutter, capable of blue water sailing

The Downeaster 38 was conceived by Bob Poole, a Maine sailor transplanted to the West Coast, as a "classic cruising yacht utilizing modern materials and technology where they belong while retaining the traditional features of the fine early cruising yachts of Down East." Himself experienced in fiberglass yacht construction as an executive of Columbia Yachts, Poole commissioned Henry Morschladt, a young California naval architect who specializes in cruising sailboats, to come up with a suitable design. The result is a straightforward, common-sense boat that will evoke a nostalgic twinge in those who remember what sailboats used to look like.

The Downeaster 38 is a larger boat than its overall length would indicate since the waterline leng ... [ask POP associate for the full description]

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Stock #55118 Owner states that he has never had any Osmosis problems but she needs a paint. The topsides are in good condition. The decks are crazed. Mast and boom was refurbished in 2010.At the same time all sails were refurbished ( cleaned, re-cut and sun-blocks added) and new Alado furling systems fitted to headsail and jib. Below decks owner states that the timber work is in good condition. The upholstery is aged and in fair condition. Port top shroud has a broken strand. Maintenance records kept.

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