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COLVIN Schooner Brigantine

  • Build year 1984, Sailingboat for sale
  • Linton Bay Marina, No country i...

63,750 EUR

(75,000 USD)
COLVIN Schooner Brigantine Sailingboat 1984, with Ford engine, No country info
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B.V.I. Yacht Sales Ltd

  • Nanny Cay Marina, VG1120 Nanny Cay, Virgin Islands
  • Tel. +19419004510

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Boat History I first became involved with One World nearly 20 years ago, though her story began long before. She was not an abandoned vessel, but already in the hands of a capable sailor — an old acquaintance of my father, a professor from Loyola College in Pennsylvania. He had originally purchased her in Nanny Cay, BVI, and taken her north to Pennsylvania. There he welded on the raised poop deck, re-rigged her with a yard arm, and bought a full new suit of sails. At the time, he was granted a year’s sabbatical from his academic career — so rather than completing a refined interior, he and his sons simply made do with the rough layout she had and set off to sea. What followed was a remarkable adventure: they sailed her across the Atlantic, through the Mediterranean, down the east coast of Africa, around the Cape, and onward to South America. They took her deep into the Amazon River before returning north to the Chesapeake Bay. Though no written record of this voyage survives, her track certainly circumnavigated Africa, and she returned seasoned from a true bluewater odyssey. As built, she was a Colvin Pipistrelle design, but the modifications — deeper keel, raised afterdeck, and improvised interior — made her unusual. When my father acquired her, he saw both her strengths and her unfinished potential. Refit and Current Condition In 2009, we carried out a bare-hull refit in Annapolis. I personally oversaw this work, restoring her interior and systems to Tom Colvin’s philosophy of strength, practicality, and self-reliance. The result was One World reborn — a fully outfitted, ocean-ready ship. Her history since then has been equally notable. Built of Corten steel and carrying the distinctive rig of a gaff brigantine, she embodies Colvin’s ideals of yachts that are practical, seaworthy, and capable of carrying families safely across oceans with confidence. As One World, she raced on the Chesapeake and chartered in the Caribbean, voyaged to the Galápagos, and spent years introducing thousands of guests to the magic of tall-ship sailing in the San Blas Islands. This is not a “toy boat” like the modern vessels you often see on YouTube. She is a true sailing ship. Where a modern catamaran is designed to mimic shoreside life, One World carries history, strength, and the spirit of the sea. Sailing her teaches teamwork, self-reliance, and seamanship. She turns heads in every harbor, sparking curiosity and admiration. Families or groups who choose this kind of vessel are rewarded with camaraderie, adventure, and stories worth telling. Modern comforts can of course be added — she already carries solar, refrigeration, and comfortable berths — but the essence of life aboard One World is freedom and discovery. That said, buyers should know she now requires a comprehensive refit. Many systems will need replacement or restoration, and the only way to fully understand her present state is to make an offer and travel to see her. The sellers are serious about passing her on, and a serious buyer will find a seriously good deal. Her strong welded steel hull and gaff brigantine rig remain intact, waiting for vision and investment to bring her fully back to life. With that vision, One World can once again cross oceans, inspire her crew, and turn heads in every harbor she enters. Condition Notes Vessel not insured and has had no survey in the past decade + Many systems missing, stolen, or inoperative as noted in listing Standing rigging requires replacement Additional Information Accommodation Cabins/Heads: 4 cabins, 2 heads Berths: Sleeps 10 (12 incl. convertible settee) Crew/Charter Capacity: Seating for ~20 on deck Headroom: 6’5” max – 5’6” min Interior Comforts and Amenities Refrigerator (110V – needs replacement; 12 volt setup including cold plates and condenser included and onboard) Stove/Oven (stolen – needs replacement -was Force Ten LPG 3-burner) 11-gal hot water heater (engine/shore) Manual propane shutoff and deck bottle mounts Ventilation fan wiring in cabins (some fans are present and working) Manual and pressure water at galley Manual water at aft head Electronics and Navigation Current: Raymarine autopilot Depth sounder Electronic & magnetic compasses Clock and barometer Wired for GPS, VHF, SSB (equipment missing/not included) Furuno radar, chart plotters, Icom SSB/VHF, stereo systems (wired for but not aboard now due to theft, unless otherwise noted) Electrical Systems System set up for six 6V golf-cart batteries and one 12v engine start battery (no batteries included) Approx. 800W solar array Wind generator (onboard, needs remount) Battery monitor, alternator with regulator Prior fit-out (2009–2010) included MPPT controllers, inverter, and complete rewiring to ABYC standards – status now unknown Deck and Hull Equipment 110lb bruce anchor 80lb delta anchor Fisherman anchor (heavy!) Ample rope rode for many situations NOTE: there is no anchor chain included Hydraulic windlass for 1/2" chain needs a new hydraulic hose on one part (non functional without the hose) Stainless steel swim ladder Welded on stanchions and lifelines Welded-on super-strong davits 4gpm salt water deck wash down system Lots of teak for new cockpit benches is onboard Sails and Rigging Rig: Gaff-rigged brigantine schooner with square topsail Masts, Booms, Gaffs, Bowsprit and Yard Arm: Aluminum - very clever sound design (custom welded and fit with alum ratlines) Standing Rigging: Steel, degraded condition – requires replacement before any launching or use of vessel Sails (fair/good - unknown age): Gaff main, gaff foresail, fisherman, staysail Furling jib, flying jib, square sail, raffee topsail Several spares Anchors: 110lb Bruce, 80lb Delta, heavy fisherman Ground Tackle: Ample rope rode, no chain currently included Windlass: Hydraulic (non-functional – hose required) Other: Stainless swim ladder, welded davits, strong stanchions/lifelines, saltwater deck washdown Mechanical Equipment Manual & electric

Specifications

Materiale / unit

Hull type

Fibreglass

Length

52.00

Beam

14.00

Deplacement

55000

Motor & technic

Engine

Ford

Total power

90

Engine count

1

Engine place

Inboard

Engine hours

6300

Fuel

Diesel