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iota27 · 21-02-2019, 18:27

There are at least 5 listed on Sailboatlisting.com. Really nice boats. If I could sale my Nor'sea 27, I would consider moving up to one.

AndyEss · 21-02-2019, 20:54

My HC 38 Mk II is a fantastic boat - if you like slow coffee in be mornng, setting a sail, and having the leisure of thinking about what the sails are doing rather rhan how fast you sre going. It’s definitely the wet drean of where I was in the 1980’s, Don’t get me wrong - it’s not an easy bost to sail at all that weight it carries - but it feels, unless you really screw up - you and your boat can go anywhere you want.
Just enjoy the voyage - it aint’t gonna be quick,

For some of us, that’s the best part

Bill O · 22-02-2019, 06:10

Email sent with info on a HC 33 for sale with very little use.

Bill O.

Lowcountry · 22-02-2019, 09:50

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Originally Posted by Valmika

I have a friend with one that I think fits your specs he is in So Cal and is interested in selling but is waiting on work on his powerboat to be complete what is your time frame?

Ready to buy now, hoping to find one in the next eight months or less so that I can get her set up the way I like and put her in the wind next winter.

Lowcountry · 22-02-2019, 09:51

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Originally Posted by waynemonastra

HI....Im based in New Zealand and my fellow sailor and good friend has one for sale....im happy to get you all the detailed information if that suits? Can also arrange delivery to you as well.... If you need or want the info please feel free to get in touch

I'm interested in finding out about this vessel, do you have a link to the listing?

Lowcountry · 22-02-2019, 09:59

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Originally Posted by MIRELOS

Here's a Lord Nelson 35, very similar in most aspects. I moved up to a 60'. 1986, 70K

I've always been a fan of the Lord Nelson 35, but with a French wife, anything named after Nelson is going to be a no-go! In all seriousness, though, I just prefer the HC33.

Lowcountry · 22-02-2019, 18:20

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Originally Posted by anotherT34C

Baba 30 is pretty nice. Not sure the 35's or 33's are enough of a downgrade for you (27klbs down to 20klbs), depending on what it was about the Mason 44 that you found difficult to handle.

Mostly the mainsail (which was huge) and getting into and out of the slip.

waynemonastra · 23-02-2019, 03:36

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Originally Posted by Lowcountry

I'm interested in finding out about this vessel, do you have a link to the listing?

HI Lowcountry....The owner is a close friend of mine...it used to be listed but he took the ad down due to time wasters...I have known him a while so by all means pm me and ill get you the info...Just let me know where to email it too

anotherT34C · 23-02-2019, 05:00

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Originally Posted by Lowcountry

Mostly the mainsail (which was huge) and getting into and out of the slip.

That being the case, maybe a small ketch would fit the bill? I've always liked the Shannon 38's.

Lowcountry · 23-02-2019, 06:30

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Originally Posted by anotherT34C

That being the case, maybe a small ketch would fit the bill? I've always liked the Shannon 38's.

I'd prefer a cutter rig with a bowsprit. I work as a broker and we currently have a Shannon 38 ketch listed that I have been on board several times. While there are certainly things that I like about it, I need a boat with two double bunks, at least one of which in a private 'stateroom.' So boats with an open quarter berth or pilot berth aft are off the list for me. I also need a head with a separate shower stall. The only other boats I'm possibly considering right now outside of the HC33 are the Cabo Rico 38 and the Passport 40, but neither of those are as intriguing to me as the HC33. I would have to find an excellent example of CR38 or P40 at a good price and turn-key to really change my mind.

Lowcountry · 23-02-2019, 06:32

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Originally Posted by waynemonastra

HI Lowcountry....The owner is a close friend of mine...it used to be listed but he took the ad down due to time wasters...I have known him a while so by all means pm me and ill get you the info...Just let me know where to email it too

Hey, thank you again. You can email me at sailboatdriver at yahoo dot com

anotherT34C · 23-02-2019, 07:34

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Originally Posted by Lowcountry

I'd prefer a cutter rig with a bowsprit. I work as a broker and we currently have a Shannon 38 ketch listed that I have been on board several times. While there are certainly things that I like about it, I need a boat with two double bunks, at least one of which in a private 'stateroom.' So boats with an open quarter berth or pilot berth aft are off the list for me. I also need a head with a separate shower stall. The only other boats I'm possibly considering right now outside of the HC33 are the Cabo Rico 38 and the Passport 40, but neither of those are as intriguing to me as the HC33. I would have to find an excellent example of CR38 or P40 at a good price and turn-key to really change my mind.

Sounds like the HC33 is your boat. They're easily my fav of the HC line, and seem to have a nice cult-like following. I just wish Ives had put a <little> less flair on that canoe stern, for my tastes.

Lowcountry · 23-02-2019, 07:45

anotherT34C, I would also consider the right Baba 40. Like I mentioned before, I used to own a Mason 44 and absolutely love Ta Shing-built boats. As it is, I have no plans of longterm cruising until 2023 (youngest kid goes off to college), but can still go to the Bahamas in the meantime. As such, I'm not in a huge rush to buy a boat right now (though I will if I can find her). I'm certain that the right HC33 is going to present herself sooner or later, and I'll be there to grab her up (hopefully).

wolfgal · 25-02-2019, 12:35

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Originally Posted by Lowcountry

anotherT34C, I would also consider the right Baba 40. Like I mentioned before, I used to own a Mason 44 and absolutely love Ta Shing-built boats. As it is, I have no plans of longterm cruising until 2023 (youngest kid goes off to college), but can still go to the Bahamas in the meantime. As such, I'm not in a huge rush to buy a boat right now (though I will if I can find her). I'm certain that the right HC33 is going to present herself sooner or later, and I'll be there to grab her up (hopefully).

Yes, the Baba's are fantastically built boats. There are great Baba 35 out there as well.

Good luck in your search!