2013 Custom 28' (8.53 m) Stuart Knockabout
Annapolis, Maryland, United States
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L. Francis Herreshoff created this design in 1932 at the request of a client desiring a large shallow draft daysailer incor- porating ease of handling, excitement of speed, and capacity and comfort for crew. The result was a joy to single-hand or sail with friends for uncompromising leisure.
Flag of Registry: United States
- Daysailers
- Sail
- Used
- Electric
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: BXISK079213
$ 82,500 USD
€ 77,118 Euros
$ 113,353 CAD
£ 65,056 GBP
Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: BXISK079213
LOA: 28' (8.53 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 2013
Beam: 6' 11''
LWL: 22' 10''
Draft Max: 5' 6''
Draft Min: 2' 9''
Fuel Type: Electric
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Finish: Gelcoat
Hull Shape: Monohull
Bridge Clearance: 34'
Displacement: 4000
Ballast Weight: 2400 lbs
Designer: L. Francis Herreshoff Design #35
Builder: Ballentine Boat Shop
Interior Color: Off white
Exterior Color: White
Full Details
Manufacturer's Description
This boat is a descendant in a long line of great Herreshoff creations. In this case, L. Francis succeeded admirably in utilizing all his earlier experience and familiarity with his father's great designs, advancing them with his own independent genius and artistry. What evolved is his own pure creation, and an exceptional daysailer.
The Stuart Knockabout is a splendid example of her pedigree. She is exceptionally fast and, therefore, a joy to sail. She also has surprising power, considering her modest sail plan, and is not slowed perceptibly by an oncoming sea. She is comfortable and forgiving, and with every unnecessary piece of complicated gear absent, what is left is an uncluttered, simple, easily handled thoroughbred.
Every boat is, to some extent, some kind of compromise. But if you are looking for such attributes as space, comfort, ease of handling and shallow draft, combined with lots of speed in a larger elegant daysailer, you will probably not find a more qualified boat than this.
The Stuart Knockabout is an excellent option both for people wishing to upgrade from a smaller daysailer, and those wanting to experience a more simple alternative to their large cruisers. The Stuart Knockabout has been a great next step for many Herreshoff 12 1/2 sailers because the SK offers more flexibility and excitement, while retaining the classic aesthetic. The larger boat owners have also enjoyed the SK for their next boat because of it's convenience and ease of sail. How many owners of cruising sailboats habitually day-sail their boats? How much better off might some be in a really fine day-boat? The Stuart is easy to get underway and quick to put to bed with or without a crew.
Options & Equipment
- 2012 Triad trailer dual axle, galvanized
- Cockpit cover
- Main cover
- Jib cover
- Winter cover
- Winter cover with frame
- Mainsail
- Self tacking Jib w/ downhaul and lazy jacks (club footed)
- Boom crutch
- Spinnaker gear (no pole or sail)
- Genoa hardware
- Bronze winches
- Torpedo electric outboard
- Outboard motor bracket
- Outboard storage tray
- Manual bilge pump
- Windex
- Masthead Tricolor running light
- Varnished Teak transom overlay
- Vinyl name installation - gold with outline
- Built-in Floatation
- Flag & Staff
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Contact Us
For more information about this yacht please contact Rod Rowan.
We look forward to working with you!
Seattle Yachts
7350 Edgewood Road
Annapolis Md 21403 USA
Phone: 410-397-7323
Email: info@seattleyachts.com
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Seattle Yachts was formed by the merging of Northwest Yachts which was founded in 1992 and Seattle Yachts which was founded in 1983. We have a great opportunity to serve you better, with locations in Washington, California, Florida, Maryland, Canada, and the Philippines! We represent 15 lines of new boats for you to choose from, as well as a fleet of previously owned vessels.
Rod Rowan
Yacht Broker - CPYB
7350 Edgewood Road
Annapolis MD 21403 USA
Office: 703-593-7531
Cell: 703-593-7531
Email: rod@crusaderyachts.com
Rod has been a yacht broker in Annapolis for over 40 years and has witnessed many changes over the years. An avid sailor since childhood, he has cruised and raced extensively on the Chesapeake and offshore. His diligence, as well as his business and boating experience, inspire the trust of his many loyal clients who often refer their friends and family members to him.
Many “industry insiders” have chosen Rod as their Yacht Broker, for their own yacht purchase or sale. Active for many years with YBAA, the Yacht Brokers Association of America: www.ybaa.org. Originally elected to the YBAA Board of Directors in 2003, he has served in many roles in pursuit of raising the standards of professionalism in the Yacht Brokerage arena.
In 2006 and 2007, as Chair of the Professional Education Committee he was instrumental in producing “The Guide,” the Yacht Brokerage Industry’s first ever training manual for professional practices. Rod has also been involved over the years in other YBAA projects, including many revisions of YBAA’s standard purchase and listing forms, which are widely used throughout the Yacht Brokerage industry.
Because of his expertise and experience, Rod is often sought out for his counsel by leaders in “allied industries” regarding policy issues, as well as by fellow brokers throughout North America when they encounter problems with their transactions. Rod has two grown “children,” both of whom have worked with him in the industry in the past before moving on to other careers. They still occasionally find time to sail with their dad. He also enjoys hiking, mountaineering, and dancing.
Rod holds a BA from Johns Hopkins and an MBA with honors from George Mason University.