1986 Mason 33
$85,000
Boat in Cataumet, MA 02534 US
Built in 1986
33
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33 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
Curlew is a beautiful example of the ocean worthy Mason 33, little sister of the well-known, world-cruising Mason 43. She was built in 1986 by the renowned Ta Shing yard in Taiwan. Her graceful lines draw attention in every anchorage and her inviting teak interior make her a pleasure to sail and live aboard. She is ready for many more years of voyaging near and far.
Curlew is Hull #21 of 23 built. She measures 33' 9" LOA, with a 10' 10" beam, and a draft of 5' 0". Her long keel is cut away at the forefoot, reducing her wetted surface area and improving maneuverability, without any loss of directional stability. She has a medium-heavy displacement hull with a comfortable motion. Her displacement is 14,000 lbs.
Her cockpit is deep and secure in all weathers. The seats are long enough to stretch out on and even sleep under the stars. There are voluminous lockers port and starboard with a separate, vented locker aft for propane bottle and dingy fuel.
After 10 years of sailing their local Martha's Vineyard waters and the coastline from the Chesapeake Bay to Maine, the owners are now transitioning to the next phase of their lives.
Upon purchasing the boat, the current owners embarked on an extensive refit. Most of the work was performed by the Deltaville (VA) Boatyard where she was purchased, although the maintenance and upgrades have continued throughout the owners’ tenure. All work has been done professionally and meets all ABYC standards. The list of replaced and upgraded components is extensive and includes major and minor items throughout the boat.
Mast and boom were completely refurbished and painted (Awl Grip}. including lifelines, with all stanchions newly bedded.
A stack-pack for the main was installed
A new furling drum and foil for the jib were added.
New inboard tracks for the working jib were added, greatly improving her windward ability.
All standing rigging replaced 2016
All running rigging replaced 2016 with New England Ropes
Fully battened Ulman main new 2016, excellent condition
130% Genoa by Ulman, new 2016, excellent condition
100% Ulman working jib with inboard tracks, new 2021, excellent condition
Asymmetric with sock, older but seldom used
Yanmar 3GM30F engine was rebuilt by factory-certified technicians. New engine mounts were installed; her Max Prop was rebuilt and adjusted. Two new Lifeline AGM 220A batteries were installed for the house bank and a new starting battery was installed. All new battery wiring. Shore-side charging is protected from inadvertent reverse polarity. Balmar battery combiner and three-stage charging keep the battery banks at optimal charge while running the engine.
The old weathered teak decks were removed, except for the cockpit seats. Decks were faired, Awl-Gripped, and Tread Master non-skid was applied. Old teak hatch bases were removed and replaced with GRP bases. Cabin sides and deck were faired and Awl-Gripped. Hull was sanded, faired and painted with Flag Blue Awl Grip. Below the waterline the hull was sanded, faired, and epoxy coated prior to being painted.
The hull is heavily laid up fiberglass, solid without coring or sandwiching.
Deck is FRP with balsa coring, all coring is sound and dry. Solid plywood in way of all thru-deck penetrations and structural fastening (i.e. stanchions, winches etc.). The deck/hull joint is of the inside flange type, with marine adhesive and thru-bolts every 6”, capped with massive teak toe rail.
Decks were originally teak. The teak was removed, the deck surface faired and painted with Awl Grip, and Treadmaster non-skid decking was applied. All deck hardware was bedded and reinstalled.
Anchor roller/pulpit was reinstalled. There is a heavy bronze roller for chain or rode.
Ballast is fully encapsulated iron casting – no hull joint, no leaking.
From aft forward, there is a fully equipped Galley to starboard with refrigerated compartment under the counter, Double bowl sink with pressurized fresh water (hot and cold), and foot pumps for both fresh and salt water.
Nav station to port, aft facing and protected from any spray or rain from cockpit. Large working surface with generous chart storage. Electrical panel opens for easy access to wiring loom.
Main salon has long settees that extend to create comfortable sea berths or guest accommodations. There is a teak table with folding leaves and storage for beverages, linens, etc. Settees are equipped with lee cloths. Forward of the salon are tall hanging lockers to starboard, and the head to port.
The head contains a hand-pumped toilet, single sink, large storage lockers, and a faucet that can be extended to allow for on-board showering. The interior of the head is constructed of single molded FRP to eliminate corners and seams to prevent leaking and for ease of cleaning.
The owners’ cabin is forward with an offset double berth and plenty of storage, including drawer space, hanging closet, and clothing lockers port and starboard.
The interior is teak veneer and trim throughout, finished in a soft satin varnish. Upholstery is off-white in excellent condition, giving the interior a warm, light feeling.
Cockpit cushions were replaced in 2024.
Yanmar 3GM30F Diesel, rebuild by factory certified tech in 2016. Hour meter reset at rebuild. Current hours 1,050.
New control panel showing oil pressure, tach, alarms for overheating and oil pressure. Located in cockpit protected from weather.
Separate throttle and shift controls, cables replaced 2016.
Equipment:
All through-hulls were replaced with new marine bronze seacocks.
Maxwell Windlass replacement 2016
Electrical
12 Volt system
House bank – two Lifeline 4D AGM 220amp batteries. Total 440 amp capacity.
Start battery Group 31 AGM
Blue Seas off/on/both battery switch at main panel
Main panel has both 12v and 120v wiring.
Cabin has 120v outlets for use when shore power is available
Two USB outlets for device charging located in Nav Station
Mastervolt Charge Master for shore power – 30 Amp
ELCI to protect against inadvertent polarity reversal
Mastervolt Masterlink BTM III battery monitor
Balmar battery charger
PowerMax high-output alternator (64 amp)
All battery cables and charging system wiring replaced during 2016 refit following ABYC and NFPA specifications.
Raymarine eS97 Hybrid Touch chart plotter
Raymarine i60 instrument with masthead wind transducer
Raymarine i70 speed, depth and water temperature transducer, multi-purpose instrument
Raymarine Evo autopilot, instrument and connection to chart plotter
Raymarine Quantum Q24C radar
VHF: Icom IC M424G
Signal Mate Tri-color masthead light
Pulpit-mounted running lights w/mast mounted white steaming light
Masthead lightning protection
Ritchie Globemaster compass refurbished in 2017. New compass card and light for excellent visibility.
Dodger, Bimini and Cover, Connector, Wheel, and Pedestal covers (new 2016, 2019, 2022) in excellent condition.
Ulman U-Stack is in excellent condition (new 2016).
A new 29 gal fuel tank of epoxy-coated aluminum was installed in 2017.
Two 25 gal stainless steel freshwater tanks located under settees.
15 gal fiberglass holding tank
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/26 | Initial price | $85,000 |
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