Colin Archer

Discover this Colin Archer Ketch, an iconic sailing yacht renowned for its exceptional seaworthiness. This long-keel, ketch-rigged model is offered as a complete restoration project, ideal for enthusiasts wishing to customize their boat before returning it to service. The seller provides no warranty of functionality or ownership at this stage.

This sailing yacht is exclusively available through Michael Schmidt & Partner, your central agent for this type of vessel. We have personally inspected this boat and are available to answer all your detailed questions.

On the electronics side, the boat is equipped with a Pilot Classic fishfinder, an old portable GPS, and an Autohelm 2000 autopilot, providing the basic navigation essentials. On deck, you will find a selection of anchors including three anchors (20 kg, 30 kg, plus a 15 kg Klippanker anchor with 90 meters of chain), a cold water pressure system, two batteries, full courtesy lighting (red and green navigation lights, white masthead light, and a kerosene-powered anchor light), a clinker-style wooden dinghy, a horn, and two winches to facilitate maneuvers.

For onboard comfort, this ketch is fitted with a 2007 two-burner Origo spirit stove. The upholstery and covers include a 2009 cockpit canopy and tarps, as well as two mast covers from 2008. Additionally, connections are provided for the future installation of a toilet.

A superb sailing yacht to restore, offering great potential for traditional sailing enthusiasts. Do not hesitate to contact us to learn more about this unique project.