24ft Buckler Ketch - Galleon Pirate Boat

Buckler Ketch Triple keel Ducatie 10 single pot air cooled Mooring in Rye, East SussexLOA 7.21m (23ft 8in), LWL 5.23m (17ft 2in), beam 2.43m (8ft), draught 0.76m or 1.07m(2ft 6in or 3ft 6in), displacement 1,796kg (3,960lb). Galleon pirate boat, built in Bucklers Yard, New Forest. 1970 boat of the year. You will always be assured of attracting attention in this unusual 24ft ketch, with its galleon-style poop and clipper bow. The main living quarters are in the aftercabin, which has a separate toilet compartment, sink and two settee/berths.

Forward of the deep, but exposed, centre cockpit is a twin-bunk forecabin. She was very plainly fitted out and many of the fittings were lightweight, but she was popular in her day, not least for the large after sundeck. The ketch rig is small and easily managed.Any enquiries or questions please contact Garry on phone This boat is advertised elsewhere.