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Old 20-09-2015, 17:44   #1
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Mason 44. Just bought her, what do you think?
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Old 20-09-2015, 18:07   #2
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Old 21-09-2015, 05:06   #3
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Greetings and welcome aboard the CF, Cowboy.

I think that you're a lucky guy!
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Old 21-09-2015, 08:46   #4
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Very nice boats, in general. A specific boat, just depends.
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Old 21-09-2015, 09:10   #5
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Jealous. A friend had one and it was a beauty. Seriously, they sail fast and are not too tender which covers about everything I like while under sail. Good luck!
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Old 21-09-2015, 09:11   #6
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Congratulations. A good, solid passage maker, and likely the prettiest boat at any anchorage!

Safe voyages to all who are aboard.
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Old 21-09-2015, 09:32   #7
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Mason 44. Just bought her, what do you think?
Howdy and Welcome Aboard CF!

Al Mason designed some nice looking boats over a long and distinguished career.

I hope you enjoy your time on the forum.
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Old 29-09-2015, 10:37   #8
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its a great cruising boat.. good storage, good tankage, really well built.. no matter what you do you wont need another boat.
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Old 30-09-2015, 16:04   #9
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the Mason 44 is beautiful. show us some photos!
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Old 30-09-2015, 16:38   #10
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I have seen a bigger one and that one looked very well put together. I was impressed.

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Old 30-09-2015, 16:58   #11
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Welcome. Nice boat. Our dockmates have a 33, lovely.
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Old 10-10-2015, 11:00   #12
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Re: Mason 44

I grew up cruising on a 43. We still own sea castle hull #1, she is berthed in Berkeley ca. They are great boats, I have a few issues with them compared to our hans but none are real deal breakers. You have to like sailing heeled over, lots of sail area so reef early with that huge boom! They really excel in light winds. Don't expect to back into a slip, the bow gets blown down very fast. Don't drop any tools into the bottomless pit of the bilge. The 4-108 that is in ours is a bit of a pain due to its location. To get to the starter and front left engine mount you need to disassemble half the engine. I would expect a modern Kabota will have a smaller footprint with compatible hp, so it might not be an issue. Black iron fuel tanks are getting a bit aged, keep them topped up to keep condensation down to prevent rust. Just tore the teak decks off ours and I'm in the process of reprinting and rolling nonskid.


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