Hi Kevin,
I'm also new to the forum and have yet to introduce myself but since you and I are in a similar situation, I wanted to jump into the conversation. I'm also keeping my eyes open for a Puget Sound/PNW adventure boat. something with lots of character but not so bristol that I'm too worried to use her. If you like Diligence and the asking price is within reason there is a boat on the market you should be aware of; Papagayo.
The owner briefly placed an ad on Craigslist about six months ago and I responded. He gave me permission to head over to Kingston marina where she's moored and go aboard to have a look. She's a very impressive boat. The moment that I got close, I knew she wasn't going to be my boat. She's a BIG 47 feet and rough enough that my wife would never go for it.
She felt like Cousteau's Calypso in miniature. I don't remember all of the details but she's a strong boat, built in 1962 with a Caterpillar diesel and bronze fastenings. Asking price was 65K. The owner now has a bigger, beautiful wooden yacht and admits that she sits unused.
I'd love to see this boat go to a good home. I still have his name and number if you're interested.
Rob
I'm also new to the forum and have yet to introduce myself but since you and I are in a similar situation, I wanted to jump into the conversation. I'm also keeping my eyes open for a Puget Sound/PNW adventure boat. something with lots of character but not so bristol that I'm too worried to use her. If you like Diligence and the asking price is within reason there is a boat on the market you should be aware of; Papagayo.
The owner briefly placed an ad on Craigslist about six months ago and I responded. He gave me permission to head over to Kingston marina where she's moored and go aboard to have a look. She's a very impressive boat. The moment that I got close, I knew she wasn't going to be my boat. She's a BIG 47 feet and rough enough that my wife would never go for it.
She felt like Cousteau's Calypso in miniature. I don't remember all of the details but she's a strong boat, built in 1962 with a Caterpillar diesel and bronze fastenings. Asking price was 65K. The owner now has a bigger, beautiful wooden yacht and admits that she sits unused.
I'd love to see this boat go to a good home. I still have his name and number if you're interested.
Rob
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