1977 Herreshoff Caribbean 50 Ketch Boat in Portland, OR 97217 US
Built in 1977
Caribbean 50 Ketch
1 Engine (Perkins)
50 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Owners Health Forces Sale
PRICE DROPPED FROM $119k TO ACCOUNT FOR SOME TEAK AND DECK CORE ISSUES THAT MUST BE REPAIRED
EVERTHING ELSE ON THE BOAT IS IN GREAT SHAPE WOTH LOTS OF NEW EQUIPMENT!!
Incredibly Stout, Roomy and Comfortable Bluewater Cruiser!
Designed by Halsey Herreshoff in collaboration with Gary Hoyt (Olympic sailor and innovative rig designer/builder) and built at the Cheng Yard in Hong Kong, Ming is able to sail just about anywhere safely and in comfort.
This very capable cruiser sports a very large center cockpit to entertain the whole family and even a few friends while underway or at anchor at any number of far flung bays and islands while also having a substantial galley and accommodations which include a huge aft master cabin with its own head and shower!
With beautiful lines and top grade stainless steel outside and expertly installed teak interior, any owner would be proud to be seen sailing Ming.
Please contact soon us to view this wonderful cruiser
April 2021
- 85ft of line and a soft shackle for headsail
May 2021
- New Jabsco aft head
- New Dodger and Bimini
- Rebedded all forward port lights
July 2021
- New Capri 50 compressor for fridge
August 2021
- New Mercury 9.9 O/B
September 2021
- New Bottom Paint
- New Raymarine Depth/wind/speed displays and transducers
January 2022
- New Shore Power inlet installed
- New water aqua lift hose
- New motor mounts
- replaced deck screws and plugs in cockpit
March 2022
- New Raymarine 12+ Axium Chart Plotter
- New Quantum Radar
- New Icom 506 VHF with AIS installed
(all networked throughNMEA 2000 as welll as Simrad)
June 2022
- New Port and Starboard running lights
- New Steamiong light, spreader lights on main and mizzen
- Changed oil, fuel filters and Racors
- Replaced engine raw water impeller
July 2022
- New Lewmar winches on main and mizzen
- New Halyards and topping lifts on main and mizzen
- 2 new flexible solar panels
- New barrel swivel for anchor
- New topside paint on house and cockpit
September 2022
- New Foam backed vinyl in v-berth cupboards
November 2022
- New 9 inch Raymarine Axiom Chart Plotter at Nav station in master cabin
- New paint in forward cupboards
March 2023
- New water pressure pump and accumulator tank
- New Shakespear AIS and VHF antennas
- New 5 year battery in EPIRB
- New inline water filter
May 2023
- New Cutlass bearing
- Retuned prop shaft
- New swing keel chainplate and cable
- New Engine mounts
- Engine alignment
- New Jabsco head forward
New Standing rigging for lower shrouds (main and mizzen) on boat with turnbuckles but yet to be installed
Lots of extra lines, spare rigging, sails engine belts and filters etc
- Designer: Halsey Herreshoff
- Design: "Caribbean 50", fiberglass diesel auxiliary ketch custom build
- Builder: D. Cheng Boat Builders Ltd., Hong Kong
- Rig: Ketch
- Hull: Round Bilge, 6 foot depth with 12 foot centerboard for upwind sailing
- Proven ketch design with centerboard for upwind performance, raised for downwind sailing and anchorages
- Construction: Hand-laid fiberglass with smooth gelcoat finish, hull stiffen with 2" x 2 " section longitudinals on 2 ft centers
- Hull to Deck Join: Overlapped and glassed
- Bulkheads: 3/4" plywood glassed to the hull and overlaid with teak in cabins
- Sail Area / Displacement : 13.18
- Displacement / Length : 1371.7
- Theoretical Hull Speed : 8.2 kts (*owners report speeds from 7 - 11 kts)
- Capsize Screening Formula: 1.53 (*below 2 is considered stable)
- Working Sail Area: 1042 sq ft.
- Sleeps 5 - 2 in Private Master Aft
- 3 in Forward V Berth Bunks
- Hot & Cold Pressure Freshwater System
- Freshwater Galley Pump - NEW 2016
- Salt Water Galley Pump & Faucet - NEW 2016
- 6 gallon water heater, operates on 120V and off engine heat - NEW 2016
- Frigoboat Refrigeration - Air-Cooled - NEW 2016
- Stainless Steel Galley Sink
- Huge topside with lots of room to walk around with ample storage
- Lots of room with 50 ft length, 14 ft beam, and well thought-out layout.
- Enormous center cockpit can easily sit 12 people for those who love to entertain, or potentially use as a captain day charter business.
- Main Cabin: Moving forward, down the companion way is the expansive main cabin. The U shaped galley is to port and community head is to conveniently located to starboard.
- Moving forward is a partial bulkhead separating the galley from the dining area. A large U shaped dining table is to port. The table can be lowered for additional sleeping if needed.
- Fore Cabin: This cabin is separated from the main cabin by a closable door and has three bunks. Two bunks are located starboard in an over/under configuration and one bunk is located to port with a large storage bin below it. An overhead hatch provides great light, airflow and emergency egress.
- Passage Way: From the main cabin, a passage way to the engine room and aft master stateroom. This passage way is located to starboard of the companion way. The passage way provides convenient storage. The ceiling opens up, as and when needed, making excellent light and ease in handing items from the engine room to cockpit.
- Engine Room: The engine room is under the cockpit with easy access from the passage way. Additionally, the teak floor in the cockpit can be lifted as needed. There is excellent light (NEW) in the engine room and easy access from all sides of the engine.
- Aft Stateroom: The aft stateroom is access via either the passage way from the main salon or aft steps from the cockpit. This spacious room includes a forward facing nav station, The master head and shower is located to port, and features a sit down shower stall. The aft bunk is elevated above some small settees and has massive storage beneath. There is a built in chest of drawers to starboard, with a large hanging locker beside them. There is provision for an emergency tiller on the rudder head.
- Engine: Single Perkins Sabre M135 diesel engine, naturally aspirated 6-cylinders, 12 V start,fresh water cooled through a heat-exchanger and wet exhaust with aqua-lift muffler. Engine is rated for approx. 2600 RPMs.
- Transmission: Borg Warner transmission, model AS 3-71C with 2.10-1 gear ratio.
- Shaft : 1 3/4 inch diameter stainless steel shaft exiting hull via bronze flax packed stuffing box and rubber cutlass bearing.
- Propeller: Three bladed bronze is estimated 24 inch diameter, right hand,with 14 inch pitch.
- Steering: Wheel cable and quadrant with cockpit helm on pedestal.
- Rudder: Cored fiberglass on a 2" diameter stainless steel rudderstock
- Gauges: Cockpit engine gauges include tach, water temperature, oil pressure, and voltmeter.
- Cabin Heat: Webasto diesel hydronic furnace
- Shore Power: 120V via Marinco 30-Amp shore power inlet
- Distribution Panels: AC Panel is located aft in the engine engine room. Master breaker on top, with switches / circuit breakers. DC Panel located in main cabin, on starboard side near companion way and hallway leading aft.
- LED Lights through out vessel - NEW 2016
- Alternator:
- Batteries: Starter - One 12V 4D battery.
House - Two 12V 8D batteries
Windlass - Two AGM Batteries & Blue Seas Control Switching & Cables to Engine Room - ALL NEW 2013
- Inverter/Charger - Victron Energy 110V /12V - NEW 2016
- Bonding System: The bonding system is #6 and #8 green insulated stranded copper wire and copper strap to major underwater metals and hull zincs.
- Sacrificial Zincs: 4 # buttons port forward and port aft on the hull and wired to cutlass bearing housing, Perry nut on propeller
- Stove / Oven: Shipmate 3-burner propane stove with oven
- Refrig / Freezer: 12V Frigoboat Refrigeration - Air Cooled (2016)
- 2nd Refrig / Freezer - Cooled by Compressor on Engine (Needs Service - Currently used for additional galley storage)
- Galley Sink(s): Double stainless steel sinks with pressured hot / cold water
- Seawater galley pump and faucet
- Fresh water pump
- Propane: 2 tanks plumbed to common gauge, then solenoid switch to one LPG rated hose from propane locker to galley stove. Tanks are stored on-deck, located in dedicated teak box on quarterdeck.
- Main & Mizzen Masts - Aluminum Keel Stepped - Mast Pulled 2015
- Running Rigging - NEW 2015
- Standing Rigging - NEW Turnbuckles - 2015
- Dolphin Striker - NEW 2015
- Main Sail - Rebuilt with full battens and lazy jack system - 2015
- Strong Track - NEW 2015
- Mizzen Sail - NEW -2015 - Built by Rolly Tasker Sail Loft - Premier Cruising Sailmaker.
- Headsail - Harken MKIV Furler - NEW 2015
- Windless: Lofrans / Tigres - NEW 2013
- Rode: 300 ft 3/8" Hi-Test Chain - NEW 2013
- Anchor: 65 lb. Rocna Plow Anchor - NEW 2013
- Teak decks - Professionally Refastened - 2012
- Bottom and Centerboard Paint - completely sanded down and repainted with two coats of bottom paint - 2014 - (this vessel kept out of the water on the hard for 9 months each year)
- New Centerboard Cable - Replaced - 2014
- All thru-hull fittings - Cleaned and Greased - 2014
- Full boat enclosure - helps maintain condition of teak toerails, handrails and hatches.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/26 | Price decreased | $41,988(-4.5%) |
| 7/23/26 | No change | $55,000 |
| 7/22/26 | Price decreased | $43,988(-20.0%) |
Overview from around the web 1977 Herreshoff Caribbean 50 Ketch
Customers have shared an array of positive feedback about the 1977 Herreshoff Caribbean 50 Ketch, highlighting its classic design, seaworthiness, and comfortable sailing experience
Many sailors appreciate the exquisite craftsmanship that Herreshoff is renowned for, noting the ketch's elegant lines and timeless aesthetics that blend functionality with beauty. Owners frequently praise the boat’s stability and performance, particularly in various sailing conditions. The ketch rig offers versatility, allowing for easier handling and tacking, which is particularly favored by cruisers and long-distance sailors. Feedback indicates that the spacious cockpit and well-thought-out interior layout provide a comfortable living space, making it suitable for both weekend getaways and extended voyages. Additionally, the vessel’s solid construction and reliability stand out in customer reviews, with many indicating that the quality materials used in the build contribute to its durability over decades of use. Overall, the 1977 Herreshoff Caribbean 50 Ketch has garnered a loyal following, with many owners expressing their satisfaction and love for this classic cruising yacht.
Made For
The 1977 Herreshoff Caribbean 50 Ketch is perfect for sailing enthusiasts who appreciate classic craftsmanship and timeless design. Designed for both comfort and performance, this vessel is ideal for seasoned sailors looking to embark on long voyages or leisurely coastal explorations. Its spacious layout, featuring a generous cockpit and well-appointed living areas, makes it suitable for family outings or entertaining friends. The ketch rig offers versatility in sailing, allowing for easier handling in various wind conditions, making it a great choice for both beginners seeking to learn the ropes and experienced sailors looking for a reliable cruiser. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, a longer passage, or simply wish to bask in the beauty of the open water, the Herreshoff Caribbean 50 Ketch is a vessel that promises adventure and comfort on every journey.
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