1972 Hinckley Yachts 49 CC Ketch Sold Boat in Washburn, WI 54891 US
49 CC Ketch
1 Engine (Ford Lehman)
49 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
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1972 Hinckley Yachts 49 CC Ketch | ||
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| Price | $299,000 | $299,000 |
| Location | Washburn | Marinette |
| Nominal Length | - | 47' |
| Beam | 13' | - |
| Draft | 10' | - |
| Engine Make | Ford Lehman | Yanmar |
| Total Engine Power | 120 hp | 75 hp |
| Days on Market | 854 | 778 |
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Henry R. Hinckley envisioned the H49 Center Cockpit Ketch as an easily handled, comfortable, and capable cruiser with liveaboard accommodations for his own family. The big beamy shoal draft cruiser has proven to be just that, whether cruising northern waters, the Bahamas, or world voyaging. 24 were built between 1971 -1976. Simba is a rare find whos owners have spared no expense towards her upkeep including two major refits and constant upgrades and attention since her purchase in 2001. Sailed seasonally the past twenty years on the fresh clear waters of Lake Superior, and always stored in heated storage, Simba is in excellent, turn-key, set-sail, condition and ready for your wanderlust to take you wherever it leads. A detailed review of the H49 Ketch can be found in the July 2010 issue of Practical Sailor.
Builder: Hinckley Yachts of Southwest Harbor Maine
Model: Hinckley 49 Center Cockpit Ketch
Design No. 49007
Hull No. 1386
Hinckley Yacht's well-deserved reputation for building yachts of sound seaworthy design and hand-crafted quality has and will continue to serve Simba's owners well for many years to come.
The H49 Center Cockpit Ketch with a shoal 5'10" draft with the centerboard up and 10' draft with the board down provides a great deal of versatility for cruising the Great Lakes, Eastern Seaboard, Chesapeake Bay, South Florida and the Keys, the Bahamas, and beyond. The ketch design makes for an easy-to-manage sail plan while also keeping the mast height low enough for easy transit on the ICW. The H49's beam and full volume has the capacity for plenty of fuel, water, and stores to extend your cruising range and liveaboard comfort. The 120hp Ford Lehman diesel engine should provide power to move the boat at a top-end cruising speed of around 9 knots. The fully enclosed center cockpit helm is a comfortable all-weather space to operate from with good visibility and seating room for crew and guests. The aft cockpit also has a full enclosure offering pleasant seating with ease of access from the master stateroom.
Descending the companionway you will find a welcoming salon finished with richly hand-crafted joiner work in birch-wood and highly finished teak and holly cabin sole all complimented by luxurious ultra-suede leather upholstery. There's an L-shaped settee to port with a large salon table and settee to starboard to accommodate all for dining and socializing both settees have pull-outs to form additional twin berths. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the port bulkhead allowing comfortable viewing. Aft and to port is the well-organized and appointed galley running in-line full length of the passageway aft. To starboard is a dedicated and neatly organized navigation station equipped with fully updated Raymarine instrumentation and numerous drawers for charts and ship's papers. Just aft of the nav. station is a separate and well-organized electrical and mechanical room for vessel maintenance and servicing. Moving forward is a spacious head to port. The forward stateroom has a double v-berth with numerous drawers and a large hanging locker. The forward bulkhead provides easy access to the anchor chain locker. The aft master stateroom is easily accessed from the salon via the port galley/passageway. You will find a comfortable stateroom with port and starboard twin berths that will be secure sea berths when underway. The aft stateroom includes a private head with a fully enclosed shower. From the stateroom is easy access to the aft cockpit. Simba has a huge amount of storage in numerous, cabinets, drawers and hanging lockers for organized liveaboard comfort. The highly varnished teak and holly cabin sole is well protected throughout with custom fitted floor coverings. Last but certainly not least is the comfortable headroom you will find in all the cabin spaces.
- 300 Gal. Fresh Water Capacity
- 2 Cruisair Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning and Heating Units
- Espar D5LC 5500 BTU Forced Air Diesel Cabin Heater
- Refrigeration with Top and Front Load Access
- Freezer Top-Load Compartment
- Digital Temp Monitors for Refrigeration and Freezer Compartments
- Hot & Cold Pressurized Water System
- 12 Gal. Hot Water Heater 120Volt and with Engine Heat Exchanger
- Ice Maker
- Microwave Oven
- FUSION Marine Entertainment System with CD & DVD player 6 speakers in the cabin and 2 in the cockpit
- XM Radio & Weather Ready
- Regal 4 Burner LPG Range W/Oven
- Xintex S-2 Propane Monitor/Controller
- 1800 Watt Xantrex ProSine Pure Sine Inverter
- Cell Phone Booster
- Electric Heads, Forward and Aft
- Leeboards for berths
- Ford Lehman 120hp Diesel Engine, 3574 hrs.
- Northern Lights Lugger M673L 6kw Generator, 271 hrs.
- Walker Algae-Sep Fuel Polishing System
- VETUS Bow Thruster
- 6, 6 Volt Deep Cycle Batteries
- 2, Group 31, 12 Volt AGM Batteries
- Dual Racor Fuel Filter Systems for Engine and Generator
- Walker Algae-Sep Dynamic Fuel Water Separator Fuel Polishing System
- Xantrex TrueCharge2 40 Amp Primary Charger
- Xantrex TrueCharge2 40 Amp Secondary Charger
- Xantrex ProSine Pure Sine 1800 Watt Inverter
- 4 Xantrex Battery Monitors
- Marinco 6 Amp Charge Pro
- 300 Gallons Diesel Fuel
- Walker Algae-Sep Fuel Polishing System
- 300 Gallons Water
- 2 Gray Water Holding Tanks
- 2 Black Water Holding Tanks
- Ketch Rig
- Sail Area: 922 Sq. Ft.
- Housley Salimakers Full Batten Mainsail
- Harken Batt-Car System for easy raising and lowering of the mainsail
- Housley Sailmakers 130% Roller Furling Genoa with Reefing Pad
- Harken Roller Furling System
- Housley Sailmakers Full Batten Mizzen
- Housley Storm Staysail
- Removable Stay for Rigging the Staysail
- Rolly Tasker Asymmetrical spinnaker with snuffer and tacker hardware
- Barient #32 Electric Self-Tailing Primary Jib Sheet Winches
- Barient #30 Self-Tailing Winches on the Cockpit Coaming for the Main and Mizzen-sheets
- Mast height from waterline to masthead (excluding antennas etc.) 53' 6"
- Raymarine HD Radar Radome
- Raymarine GPS/Chart Plotter
- Raymarine Autopilot with Dual Control/Displays at Helm and Nav. Station
- Raymarine VHF Radio in the Cockpit and a Remote at the Nav. Station and in the Aft Master Stateroom.
- Raymarine AIS Receiver and Transmitter
- Raymarine Depth
- Raymarine Speed
- Raymarine Windspeed/Windpoint
- Raymarine HybridTouch 12" Color Multi Function Display at Helm
- Raymarine HybridTouch 12" Color Multi Function Display at Navigation Station
- Raymarine HybridTouch 7" Color Display on the Cockpit Coaming
- Raymarine i70 Multi-Displays, Four on the Cockpit Coaming, 2 at Nav. Station
- Raymarine FLIR Thermal Imaging Night Vision Camera
- SGC Single Sideband Radio
- Datamarine LX300 Depthmeter (in electrical & mechanical room)
- Danforth Constellation Binnacle Compass
- 60 lb. Stainless Steel CQR Anchor with 300' 3/8" BB Chain +15' 3/8" Stainless Steel Leader Chain
- 66 lb. Stainless Steel Claw Anchor with 300' 3/8" BB Chain
- 250' Nylon Anchor Rode
- Ideal Electric Windlass with foot controls at foredeck and helm control
- Danforth Style Stern Anchor
- Full Cockpit Enclosure with Dodger, Bimini and Side Panels
- Cockpit Cushions with Cockpit Coaming Bolsters
- ACR EPIRB Emergency Positioning Beacon
- Life-Sling MOB System
- Fenders and Docklines
- Givens Life Raft in Cannister on Deck
- Kahlenberg Air Horn
- Dinghy Davits
- Zodiac Model 310 RIB Tender
- Mercury 15hp 4 Stroke Outboard Motor
- LED Deck Light mounted on the front of the main mast
- LED Spreader Lights
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
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.
Overview from around the web 1972 Hinckley Yachts 49 CC Ketch
Customers praise the 1972 Hinckley Yachts 49 CC Ketch for its timeless craftsmanship and classic design
Many highlight the boat's solid construction and elegant teak woodwork, which reflect Hinckley's reputation for quality. Owners often mention the spacious and comfortable cockpit, making it ideal for both cruising and entertaining. The ketch rig is appreciated for its versatility and ease of handling, especially on longer voyages. Overall, customers value the combination of traditional aesthetics with reliable performance, noting that this yacht remains a cherished vessel decades after its build.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 1972 Hinckley Yachts 49 CC Ketch is a classic yacht that combines timeless craftsmanship with solid sailing performance. Here are some of the pros and cons of this iconic vessel:
Pros
Classic Design: The 49 CC Ketch features elegant lines and a traditional ketch rig, appealing to sailors who appreciate vintage aesthetics and a distinctive profile on the water.
High-Quality Construction: Built by Hinckley, known for exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, this yacht boasts durable materials and superior build quality.
Spacious Cockpit: The center cockpit design offers excellent protection from the elements and provides a comfortable, secure area for handling sails and relaxing.
Versatile Rigging: The ketch rig allows for flexible sail configurations, making it easier to manage sails in varying wind conditions and improving balance and handling.
Solid Performance: Despite its classic design, the 49 CC Ketch delivers reliable and steady sailing, suitable for coastal cruising and extended passages.
Comfortable Accommodations: The interior is well-laid-out for its size, offering comfortable living quarters with ample storage, making it suitable for longer voyages.
Cons
Age-Related Maintenance: As a vessel built in 1972, it may require ongoing maintenance and updates to modernize systems and ensure reliability.
Heavier Displacement: Compared to modern yachts, the 49 CC Ketch has a heavier displacement, which can result in slower speeds and less agility.
Limited Modern Amenities: Original equipment and onboard technology may be outdated, necessitating upgrades for navigation, safety, and comfort.
Sail Handling Complexity: The ketch rig, while versatile, involves managing more sails and lines, which may be more demanding for a small crew or less experienced sailors.
Interior Layout: The traditional interior design may feel more compartmentalized and less open compared to contemporary yachts, potentially limiting living space comfort.
Made For
The 1972 Hinckley Yachts 49 CC Ketch is ideal for experienced sailors and cruising enthusiasts who appreciate classic craftsmanship and timeless design. This elegant ketch is perfect for those seeking a reliable and beautifully built vessel for extended coastal cruising or offshore passages. Its spacious layout and sturdy construction make it well-suited for sailors who value comfort, tradition, and performance on the water.
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