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Old 11-18-2019, 07:34 AM   #6
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Vessel Model: 1970 Willard 36 Trawler
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Originally Posted by GCM52 View Post
My sailboats have always been full keel heavy weather tanks, I just loved the way these boats could take a beating when caught out in the weather. I am looking for some recommendations on trawlers. Some of my criteria:

1) No exterior teak. I did all my maintenance on these sailboats and I am teaked-out.
2) Cost less than say $180,000.
3) Good for a couple to travel from the Great Lakes through the Caribbean and who knows how much further. Full time liveaboards.
4) Built heavily and can take some weather if caught out.
5) 36 to 42 feet.
6) I prefer fewer and simpler systems so that the systems are robust and less prone to failure. I try and make my boats unstoppable.
KK is a good choice, but you have described the Willard 40. Full keel, 7000 lbs of ballast, double-ender, and many, many have been cruised for long periods and long distances (including Hawaii) by a couple. Simple systems, minimal exterior wood.

And well under your $180k pricepoint.

Willard has fairly active owner's group which I moderate. All trawler enthusiasts are welcome -

Willard 40 - Daytona Beach

Willard 40 - Virginia
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