Merry Fisher 695 alternatives

[Vronsky]

Dear All,
I'm eyeing a pre-2005 Jeanneau Merry Fisher 695 (inboard engine), but am curious about good alternatives.
Any suggestions ??

MANY THANKS,
V.

 

[gordmac]

Can't really help you but first posts can get lost so bumping it. Might also be worth asking here: http://www.worldseafishing.com/forums/forums/boat-owning-equipment-and-maintenance.77/

 

[whisper]

Beneteau Antares, Ocqueteau and Rodman come to mind

 

[alancollins]

I looked at the 695 but decided a Beneteau Antares 760 offered similar sea-keeping but better accommodation, being that little bit longer. I believe both are Category B.

 

[Spi D]

Try Google for 'pesche promenade' to get some inspiration.

Quicksilver et al, Arvor, Rio springs to mind.

 

[stuartwineberg]

Have a look at the Hardy 25 for sale - owned by firefly625 of this forum - great boat, I've got one

 

[Vronsky]

I looked at the 695 but decided a Beneteau Antares 760 offered similar sea-keeping but better accommodation, being that little bit longer. I believe both are Category B.

Thanks, I believe the Antares 710 is the equivalent of the MF695.
Do you perhaps know the length of the berths in the 695 ?

Thanks,
V.

 

[Vronsky]

Beneteau Antares, Ocqueteau and Rodman come to mind

Do you perhaps know which specific models of Ocqueteau and Rodman ?

THANKS,
V.

 

[Bandit]

The Ocqueteau 715 ( 735 is a 715 with a swim platform) is a good sea boat and solid. Go for a 200hp engine

 

[jon_bailey]

I ended up with an Ocqueteau 775 - and after 2 years of use I am very pleased. High quality fittings (e.g. proper size cleats) and well built (light but strong), means that it is trailerable, fast and reasonably efficient. It has a 150hp Mercury Verado outboard that I have also been very happy with. Without wanting to re-start the inboard vs outboard debate, the extra manoeuvrability, more deck space/bigger lockers did it for me. Modern outboards are also very reliable.

It is also big enough to overnight on with a full size heads, proper hob and 9ft width.

None of us have ever bought a bad boat, but despite looking I have found nothing equivalent that I'd rather have. Although in honesty these French Peche Promenads are all much the same, so it comes down to small differences and personal preference.

 

[Vronsky]

I'd love to have a twin outboard, but what keeps me off is that -sooner or later- outboards get stolen.
Will check out these Ocqueteau models though.
THANKS,
V.

I ended up with an Ocqueteau 775 - and after 2 years of use I am very pleased. High quality fittings (e.g. proper size cleats) and well built (light but strong), means that it is trailerable, fast and reasonably efficient. It has a 150hp Mercury Verado outboard that I have also been very happy with. Without wanting to re-start the inboard vs outboard debate, the extra manoeuvrability, more deck space/bigger lockers did it for me. Modern outboards are also very reliable.

It is also big enough to overnight on with a full size heads, proper hob and 9ft width.

None of us have ever bought a bad boat, but despite looking I have found nothing equivalent that I'd rather have. Although in honesty these French Peche Promenads are all much the same, so it comes down to small differences and personal preference.

 

[jon_bailey]

I'd love to have a twin outboard, but what keeps me off is that -sooner or later- outboards get stolen.
Will check out these Ocqueteau models though.
THANKS,
V.

Why do you need a twin outboard? If one is reliable and you carry a small aux as a get out of trouble, then a second only burns more fuel and cost more to service etc.

As for theft, have you ever tried lifting anything over 100 Hp. Unless you have a barge with a crane moored at the back of your boat then I do not see how any scrote is going to be able to lift off your outboard. Of course that doesn't stop the theft of the whole boat, but that is just the same whether you have an outboard or an inboard. Also most modern outboards have some pretty good security built in, so if they are every serviced they will show up as stolen.

Enjoy you search and if you want more info send a pm

 

[salar]

Have a look at the Parker 660.

 

[Jim@sea]

Try Google for 'pesche promenade' to get some inspiration.

Quicksilver et al, Arvor, Rio springs to mind.

Of course for a Pesche Promenarde" you really have to go to France. When I lived there I bought a Guy Couch 6.6m with an Inboard Iveco Diesel. They are a bit old now but the build quality is as good a Nelson boats here. And they are not expensive. A big advantage is that you can put a 9.9 Auxiliary on the transom. I sold mine for £10,000

 

[Spi D]

..Although in honesty these French Peche Promenads are all much the same, so it comes down to small differences and personal preference.

Agreed, all a matter of personal preferences and expectations.

I have a 2004 Ocqueteau 975 Fly which suits me by size,design and layout - and I also enjoy their selection of good quality and high spec fittings. Since they build the boat but do not make or rebrand fittings or equipment, it is mainly Vetus and other known makes. Electrics, hydraulics, plumming etc. are of 'next oversize' dimensions.

It is infusion built so light/strong. GRP & interior finish is ok, but it would be naive to believe it better than brands 2-3 times more expensive.
For comparison a new 975 Fly w/ twin 200 hp diesels list price is EUR 165.750 as of today.