1998 Gozzard 44 Center Cockpit
$299,500
Boat in Tracys Landing, MD 20779 US
Built in 1998
44 Center Cockpit
1 Engine (Westerbeke 82)
44 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
"Scrimshaw IV" is a rare to market, 1998 G44 Gozzard Center cockpit (Hull # 15) with full aft king berth, in-mast furling and twin roller furling head sails and self-tacking staysail!
"Scrimshaw IV" is contracted to have her hull Awlcraft painted and portlights rebedded at Osprey Marine Composites/Annapolis Gel Coat @ Herrington Harbor North the second week of April!
A stunning, head turning yacht, built to the highest standards of strength and seaworthiness! To be launched and rigged with new standing rigging late April, with her bottom painted and deck compounded and waxed and varnished for the season!
A must see for the Gozzard traditionalist sailor!".
"Scrimshaw IV" is a 1998 Gozzard 44 Custom Center Cockpit cutter rigged Sloop still owned by it's original owner. While built on the Gozzard 44 aft cockpit hull she has many custom features specified by the owner. Her hull is Corintha Blue with topside and stripes in Oyster White. She has both in mast roller furling as well as jib and staysail roller furling. All control lines, except the preventor, are led to the cockpit. A complete set of instruments are maintained in the cockpit in a pod at the helm.
Mechanical:
Westerbeke 82 B4 Diesel 82 HP Approx: 3800 Hrs. Total
( New Tach. at 1600 hrs.)
Oil and filter changed every 100 hours and prior to winter layup
3 side engine access through removable panels in the head, galley and aft stateroom
2025 New engine sound proofing
2025 New Exhaust mixing riser elbow
2025 New riser to muffler exhaust hose
2025 New Propeller Shaft with 322 SS
2025 New cutlass bearing
2025 New Dripless shaft seal
2023 New Motor Mounts
2025 Injectors rebuilt
Generator:
6 KW Northern Lights generator
2023 New sound proofing
New SS Exhaust mixing elbow at 960 hours
2021 New Motor mounts
Oil change every 100 hrs and prior to winter layup
7 HP Sidepower bow thruster
2023 Bow thruster upgraded to new 5 blade propeller & zinc configuration
2024 Motor rebuilt
Tankage:
2 -125 gallon fresh water tanks
Hart freshwater tank tender
75 gallon main and 50 gallon aux diesel fuel tank
1 - 40 gallon holding tank
All raw water systems configured with T's for ease of winterization
Electrical:
2025 New Magnum Charger / Inverter
Heart 2000S 3 stage programmable regulator
150 Amp alternator
Spare 65 Amp alternator
3 bank alternator Battery Isolator
8 6 volt AGM house batteries
1 12 volt AGM start battery
1 12 volt AGM bow thruster assist battery
2 30 amp shore power inlets
10 120 volt GFI supported outlets
1 USB multi-port outlet on helm pod
16 KW Reverse cycle AC in main cabin
9 KW Reverse cycle AC in aft master cabin
2 120 volt input / distribution breaker panels with meters
1 12 volt house breaker panel
4 house, main engine and bow thruster 12 battery bank selector / crossover switches
Combination 120 volt / engine 11 gallon water heater
Raritan Engineering Lectra-san 12 volt head and treatment system
Instruments:
Horizon VHF with RAM microphone in cockpit
Class A - AIS
Simrad Zeus 3 chart-plotter (to be installed in May 2026)
Northstar Autopilot
Simrad 3G Radar
Simrad wind indicator
Simrad MFD
2022 New cockpit compass
Interphase Fwd scanning sonar
Interior:
2023 Teak and Holly sole redone
All interior wood is either solid or veneer North American Cherry, except in the shower .
Many hanging lockers are illuminated when opened
2026 16 Port lights re-bedded
In addition to the opening port lights, with removable screens and curtains, positive ventilation is also maintained by two solar powered vent fans and two Dorades
Galley:
Located fore and aft mid-ship starboard side
Gimbaled Combination microwave / convection oven
3 burner propane stove with oven & 2 propane bottles
Seafrost top loading 12 volt separate refrigerator and freezer
Corian counter tops
Triple SS sink with multi-function sprayer faucet
Seagull Water filter with separate faucet
Numerous cabinets and drawers for storage
Combination dinette / expanding top chart table that seats 3
Wheems and Plath Brass Ships Clock and Barrometer
DC Panel
Passage to the aft master cabin is by way of a solid door between the areas
Main Salon:
3 function / configuration area located forward of the mast
Salon configuration:
2 settees with storage underneath and book shelves above with fiddles
2 adjustable "cushioned barrel" chairs
Coffee table with internal storage
Wine rack behind Port Settee
Hanging clothes lockers forward and on port side, illuminate when open
Linen closet on port side
Storage cabinets and pull out desk top on starboard side
AM / FM radio with 12 disc player (plus four 12 disc DC cartridges)
4 halogen lights
1 overhead day / night ceiling light
2 adjustable fans
Overhead opening hexagon, teak, six light hatch with screen (tinted port light panels replaced in 2023)
Dining configuration:
Folded table top, stored behind starboard settee, is placed on top of coffee table which has been opened to provide supporting table legs,
Provides seating for 8
Guest Cabin Configuration:
Bases of the settees are rotated amidship and form a queen sized berth
Privacy is established with a solid bi-fold door and panel stowed at the mast.
Forward Port side Mid-ship:
AC Panel
Settee that converts to a pilot berth with lee cloth
Hanging locker
Storage above and below
Aft Port side Mid-ship:
Head
Corian counter top with fiddles and Sink
Two Mirrors
120V outlet
Soundproofed generator cabinet
Doors to aft stateroom, shower and pass thru to mid-ship area
Storage cabinet and drawers (plus medicine cabinet)
Separate shower with bench (with teak trim and grate)
Wet locker
Door leading forward providing pass thru to mid-ship and head.
Vanity lights
Overhead day / night ceiling light
Aft Master Cabin:
Center line California King berth with 3 side access - berth can be reconfigured with lee cloths to sleep 2 separately for offshore usage
Dresser - Lifts to provide access to rear of main engine
2 Hanging lockers, illuminates when opened
2 clothing cabinets with shelves, illuminates when opened
2 bench seats with storage underneath
2 reading lights
book shelves either side of head of bed
4 additional lights plus 4 120v outlets
Utility storage under berth
Top Side:
Oyster White with varnished teak cap rail, coach roof brow, hatches, cockpit trim and helm
2018 All life lines replaced
Bow:
Shaefer Roller furlers ( Replace by Shaefer 2019) for Jib and Staysail - control lines lead under deck to cockpit
Teak planked bow pulpit with dual anchor rollers
+/-150' 5/8" anchor chain - primary, 2021 (color coded for depth with depth chart)
Mantus 65# anchor, 2021
Fortress collapsible anchor in storage bag
Secondary anchor rode with 15' chain and 100' rope
Maxwell Windlass with foot pedal control (also controlled from the cockpit)
Deck locker with: propane Storage Container, Anchor wash down pump with hose, primary and secondary chain and rode storage compartments, plus misc. storage capacity for fenders etc.
2 Shore power receptacles
1 Cable TV receptacle
Mid ship:
Bronze Dolphins on cap rail
Deck stepped white mast with topping lift/spare halyard and spinaker halyard
2026 All standing rigging replaced
Forespar rigid vang
2 Dorades
2 Solar powered fan mushroom vents
External Chain Plates - clutter free deck
Spreader and foredeck lights
3 Flag / burgee halyards
2018 Quantum Sails with tan sacrificial to match cockpit
Cockpit:
Teak helm
Collapsable table with fold out leaves
Cup and Binocular Holder
Coaming box with storage
All control line are mounted on the coach roof with Spinlock rope clutches
#46 Lewmar mainsheet winch
#46 Lewmar aux winch
#46 Lewmar power winch for furling and out haul
2 #64 Lewmar primary winches
5 Winch handles
Instrument Pod in front of helm
Fore deck / cockpit dodger light control
Partial height solid dodger windshield
Tan Sunbrella canvas with eisen glass
Fold away self storing companion door, hatch and screens
Sun shade curtains attach to side and rear of cockpit awning cover
Aft Deck:
2 Teak " butter fly" hatches over aft master
Traveler with control lines to cockpit
SS grab rails
Outboard motor crane with rail storage mount
Dinghy davits with triple blocks
Sirocco 10' Hypalon dingy w/9.9 Hp Tohatsu 4-stroke (New approx.. 2020)
Rail mounted Magma grill
Rail mounted Magma work station
2 Rod holders
Flag holder plus varnished flag staff and US flag
2 deck lockers
Fold down transom with swim ladder
Swim ladder extension
H & C freshwater shower
Hull:
Solid glass below the waterline
Multi layered foam cored above the water line
Foam Core Insulated Hull
2026 Painted with 3 coats of Awlcraft 3000 in Corintha Blue and 2 coats of Clear
Cut away profile full keel with skeg hung rudder and propeller aperture
2025 3 Blade bronze propeller tuned to spec
2026 Shaft, hull and bow thruster zincs
2025 Prop Glide on bow thruster and main engine propellers
2026 Petit Odyssey HD green bottom paint ( to be applied in May)
Miscellanious:
2026 - 4 new fenders
Assorted dock lines
Boat hook / Deck brush
Various spare parts and filters
4 pack of life jackets
3 Fire extinguishers- 2026
Helm cushion and seat
2 50'- 30 Amp shore power cords
Yacht View Brokerage LLC 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. Potential purchasers should assume that items on the vessel at the time of viewing, but not specifically listed on this specification sheet, are not included with the sale of the yacht. These specifications are believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed. Specifications are provided for information purposes. Data was obtained from sources believed reliable but is not guaranteed by owner or brokers. Buyer assumes responsibility to verify all speeds, consumptions, capacities and other measurements contained herein and otherwise provided, and agrees to instruct his surveyor to confirm such details prior to purchase. Vessel subject to sale, price and inventory changes, and withdrawal from market without notice. The Seller retains the right to any of their personal items, artwork or tools in the sale of the yacht and will have them removed from the yacht prior to closing.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/26 | Initial price | $299,500 |
Overview from around the web 1998 Gozzard 44 Center Cockpit
Customers praise the 1998 Gozzard 44 Center Cockpit for its exceptional craftsmanship and solid build quality
Many highlight the spacious and comfortable interior layout, which makes extended cruising enjoyable. The center cockpit design is appreciated for providing excellent visibility and safety underway. Owners often mention the boat’s impressive sailing performance combined with ease of handling, making it suitable for both experienced sailors and those looking for a reliable cruiser. Overall, feedback emphasizes the Gozzard 44 as a well-designed, durable, and comfortable yacht ideal for serious offshore adventures.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 1998 Gozzard 44 Center Cockpit is a well-regarded cruising sailboat known for its solid construction and comfortable layout. Here are some pros and cons to consider:
Pros
Sturdy Build: Crafted with high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship, ensuring durability and safety in various sea conditions.
Center Cockpit Design: Offers excellent visibility and protection for the helmsman, as well as a spacious aft cabin with privacy.
Spacious Interior: Well-appointed accommodations with ample storage, making it comfortable for extended cruising.
Good Performance: Balanced sailing characteristics suitable for coastal and offshore passages.
Classic Aesthetic: Timeless design with teak trim and elegant lines appealing to traditional sailors.
Cons
Older Model: Being a 1998 build, some systems and equipment may require updating or maintenance.
Weight: Solid construction adds to weight, which might affect light wind performance.
Fuel and Water Capacity: Depending on specific configurations, tank capacities may be limited for very long passages.
Maneuverability: Center cockpit layout can sometimes limit visibility when docking compared to aft cockpit designs.
Maintenance: Teak and other natural materials require regular upkeep to maintain appearance and integrity.
Made For
The 1998 Gozzard 44 Center Cockpit is ideal for sailors seeking a high-quality, comfortable cruising yacht designed for extended voyages. Its spacious center cockpit layout offers excellent visibility and safety, making it perfect for couples or small families who value both performance and liveaboard comfort. This boat is well-suited for those looking to explore coastal waters or embark on longer offshore passages with confidence and style.
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