Would You Critique a Boat I Am Looking at, Please ?

[David_Old_Jersey]

Originally Posted by Adax

4. Sanding and putting six coats of varnish on the interior woodwork can be put off for a while but I will enjoy this when its turn comes around.

YES , but as there is loads of work to do if I come across a product that does it now and in three I won't be proud.

There is a magic product that does just that

It's called paint


(and I do also like varnish ).

[shyloh]

Hi Mate,
It's my belief that sailors are born and not made. I know people who have been sailing for years and still seem to have no clue and others who walk on to a yacht and just get it. Have you heard of Chay Blyth? he attemped to be the 1st person to sail round the world nonstop,solo and unassisted in 1968(?). when he left harbour he had not sailed even once. He had a friend sail next to him as he left so he could watch and copy them as they put up the sails. Not that I am suggesting that you do that. By all means learn all you can but remember common sense is key.
Happy sailing

[Adax]

Love that story, had not heard it before. i am not planning to imitate it but neither will I cower in the marina .
Let´s see what boat comes my way, if it is not this one I will look slightly smaller .

[S/V Alchemy]

Originally Posted by Dustymc

You're a broker, aren't you?

6 months of dirt and grime on the deck, not a footprint in it, companionway lock takes 20 minutes and a hammer to open - "yep, 3 people been out this morning to look at her - one guy said he had to run home and get his checkbook, but if you want to make an offer RIGHT NOW...."

No, but I've dealt with my share...

[Adax]

Well, someone got her. She is sold .....

Good luck to the new owner and if he /she is reading do tell about your adventures restoring her . Glad she is coming off the hard finally.