Vixen Class Gaff Cutter
- Boat REF# · 317602
- Length · 37'0"
- Year · 1957
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · Long Keel
- Sleeping berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x diesel 43hp, Beta ()
- Lying · Isle of Wight
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Extra Details
| Designer | JW Atkin |
|---|---|
| Builder | Sauvigs Batbyggery, Risor, Norway |
| Lying | Isle of Wight |
| Fuel capacity | 66.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 132.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks |
| Last survey | 27/01/2022 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x diesel 43hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Beta () |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | tiller |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 blade fixed bronze |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 6 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 7 knots |
Dimensions
| Length | 37'0" |
|---|---|
| LOD | 34'0" |
| LWL | 30'6" |
| Beam | 10'0" |
| Draft Max | 5'0" |
| Displacement | 23,152.5lbs |
| Headroom | 6'0" |
| Storage | On marina |
Rig
Gaff rigged Wood spars () with Stainless Steel standing rigging ()
Sails
| Reefing mainsail | Traditional cloth - () |
|---|
Rig inspection 2015
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 3 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Long Keel |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Pitch-pine on Oak carvel hull with a cast lead long keel. Keel bolts believed to have been replaced in 2008
Tank sizes are estimated, fuel tanks are polyurethane
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of single berths | 4 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Sink | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
Accommodation
| Cabin heating | |
|---|---|
| Manual water system |
Deck Gear
| Sprayhood | |
|---|---|
| Rode | |
| Fenders |
2 sheet winches
2 anchors
(Rocna and Fishermans)
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Log | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| GPS | |
| Autopilot | |
| Navigation lights | |
| Radar Reflector |
Safety Equipment
| Life buoys | |
|---|---|
| Danbuoy |
2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 electric)
Broker's Comments
The original 'Vixen' was designed and built in 1950 for a family with a circumnavigation in mind. This was successful and so the plans became available and they still now in the care of Mystic Seaport and Vixen is still happily cruising the world.
We are not sure of the hull number of this particular Vixen Class Cutter, however she was built in 1957 by a yard in Risor, Norway and has definitely covered some distance, having changed hands in Bermuda in 1993. We are still researching her history but know she spent some time in the care of a shipwright in Mylor and you only have to look inside the lazarette locker to see the quality of construction and subsequent maintenance.
On deck she feels solid and safe, although there are plenty of lines as expected for her rig, she still seems uncluttered as you move around. The cockpit is snug with everything to hand and plenty of usable storage both in under seat lockers and the lazarette.
Down below she is fairly basic but appears sound and dry. She has good headroom and her traditional interior layout works well with maximum beam for the saloon area making her feel surprisingly spacious. There were works in progress and may be more sails and equipment in storage which I will add to the listing as they come to light but one thing to me is certain, this beauty will turn heads!
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Owners FAQ's
How long have you owned the boat for?
3 months
Why are you selling her?
Inherited
Where have you sailed her?
Haven't sailed her