Seamaster 925

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I am taking a second look at a Seamaster 925 this weekend. She was built in 1976, appears well presented, clean hull, recently antifouled, and clean throughout (unlike the countless other boats I have looked at over the past few weeks - it amazes me how some are presented for sale.)

She has a two-year old Yanmar 19hp engine, reasonable sails, but will need new standing rigging for insurance purposes. Elecronic navaids (Stowe) probably a bit long in the tooth. She also needs a bit of tarting up inside, re-upholstering but nothing dramatic.

I have looked in vain for articles on the Seamaster 925. Can anyone tell me how she sails - I am looking for a first boat, but one that is a reasonable performer and comfortable and capable in a seaway. She is heavy - displacement over 4t - so should be fine on the latter point, but does she have adequate sail area for the weight when it comes to light winds? What are the key things to look for when buying this class? Any suggestions on price?

Hope someone out there can help.

Robert



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Robert,

The Seamaster 925 was designed by Holman and Pye as a fast cruiser with racing potential but Seamaster built them heavy, so fast cruising was really her role. She handles well, is a good boat in rough conditions and, in my view, is one of the best boats of her type from that era. They are tough and durable and, as you have found, should only need cosmetic updating to keep in good order.

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Crewed a few times on one. Very narrow foredeck which makes anchoring unpleasant also would strongly recommend roller genoa for same reason. Quarter berth and pipecots not the easiest to get in and out of. Table is obtrusive; best got rid of, IMO. Gearing on the main winches seemed to be badly wrong as my muscles remember. Electrical panel was a nightmare when there was trouble. Deep fin can be awkward for estuary sailing; it is attracted to bottoms.
I think sails quite fast when the wind pipes up. Below 10knots of wind is sluggish and dead although with a spin/chute should be better. Fit out standard variable possibly due to some alterations to standard? Nav table hopeless. Ally toerail desirable.
Been across to Ostend a few times and can be wet boat when its rough but aren't they all?
Price guess about £18K at least thats what this one was.
Solid, dependable, forgiving and quick in the right conditions. all IMHO, of course.

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Friend of mine did the ARC to St. Lucia in his 4 years ago with no problems. His son then sailed it back to UK single-handed, still no problem. A well designed and go any where solid yacht.

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