Deben 4 Ton Gaff Cutter

Features The DEBEN 4 TONNER - a 'blast from the past' Traditional construction at its best represented by her crafted carvel hull (Mahogany or Larch) on oak frames. Internally her Mahogany joinery and period fitments will always be pleasing to the eye. The gaff mainsail and cutter foresails + topsail are a delight to see rigged. A real enthusiasts boat and once you start down this path, the draw of classic boat sailing is infectious. 'Janty' was built in 1939 by the famous Whisstock's yard at Woodbridge, Suffolk and one can imagine she was regularly sailing in eastern estuaries at a time when leisure time was at a premium. The current owner has enjoyed cruising the south coast and usually sails single-handed so she's and easy boat to manage and the relatively new engine is a bonus. She will need some cosmetic improvement over time but you can wrap yourself up in the nostalgia while doing so. Navigation Raymarine VHF with DSC facility - not currently used Clipper Echo Sounder Sestral Compass Electrical 12v system served by 2 x batteries Charging from engine alternator Auxiliary Switch Panel Mechanical YANMAR 1GM10 10hp diesel auxiliary with reduction gearbox - conventional shaft drive to a 3 blade propeller. 12v alternator charging system. Tanks: Fuel - 20 gals in one plastic tank Water - carry on containers Safety 2 No. Unifloats Manual Bilge Pump Sails and Rig Gaff Mainsail + 2 Jibs Wicor Martin headsail furling Bow Sprit (renewed) All tackles and ropework Accommodation Simple accommodation with a FOREPEAK AREA for storage - sails, etc.. MAIN CABIN with 2 bunks/seats (P&S) with storage under and over - small table area forward (P) shelving above the seat. Porta Potti chemical toilet Engine box can be dismantled to gain full access for servicing Deck Danforth Anchor + Warp & Chain Mooring Warps and Fenders Plenty of spare lines and traditional blocks Cockpit Cover + other covers Owner Comments " Owned since 2015 and sailed regularly throughout the year mainly locally along the south coast. Attended the 'Old Gaffer's Association' regatta 2018 with whom 'Janty' is registered and she is apparently well known on the East Coast which is where I bought her from in 2015. She is rigged for single handed sailing and, in my view, she is a safe and steady craft. Surveyed in 2015 by J. Kershaw." Broker Comments ' Just occasionally you get to represent a vessel with absolute charm and you can't help but appreciate the absolute skill of the craftsman that built it. 'Janty' is such a vessel and as you contemplate what this little gem has represented over time, you begin to realise what a talent our boat building industry had in the years gone by. These vessels are irreplaceable and, as boating enthusiasts, we owe it to those shipwrights, craftsman, boat builders, whatever you might call them, to keep them alive.'