American Marine Seawitch Ketch for sale in Dana Point, California United States of America

We can help with obtaining insurance and a slip in So Cal.Sea Forth was designed by Naval architect Hugh Angelman, and intended for world cruising. Built by American Marine in Hong Kong, the same yard that had built many Grand Banks trawlers.The extreme quality of her original construction and materials, including solid teak hull and planking, contributes to her longevity. Most wood boats were marine ply or other inferior woods. This one is solid teak. Add meticulous care and maintenance by wood-boat enthusiasts, and you have a classic yacht specimen that attracts attention, interest and appreciation.lovingly maintained by a successful local artist, who's also known for his mastery of wood. Sea Forth is not just some old interesting boat, she's a show stopper, and elegant throughout the entirety of the yacht. The owners' long-term particular attention permeates the whole vessel, with lovely varnish, stylish upholstery, polished bronze, and even the bilges are spotless and look new.Sea Forth turns heads whether she is underway, anchored, or participating in boat parades.She was chosen for the movie "Overboard" in 1978, starring Angie Dickinson and Cliff Robertson, for the parts filmed in Tahiti. This is a true world cruiser.Entering through the companionway, there is a hanging locker to starboard. There is equipment and storage access under the companionway steps. Galley is to port aft. Salon with centerline table and 2 convertible settees amidships. Forward is a single (or small double) berth to starboard, with an enclosed head compartment to port, and a vanity/drawers to port forward. Further forward in the V is a single pilot berth to port, and sail storage to starboard.The pilot berth has a private entrance / sail locker access from the bow.Several bronze opening portlights, and overhead hatches. Topsides and hull constructed of teak carvel planking on double sawn yackal frames, with paneled teak and plywood bulkheads, and teak decks.Bronze keel bolts, bronze fasteners. Spruce masts and booms.This yacht is hauled and inspected regularly by a marine surveyor specializing in wood boats. Recent surveys indicate a vessel rated in good condition. Read More