2001 Devon Lugger (later version of Drascombe Lugger) - £4,750

Status : SOLD

Lying : Norfolk Broads - Viewing strictly by appointment through Topsail

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General Specification

Designer : John L. Watkinson (1965)
Builder : Honner Marine Ltd., Rochdale, Lancashire
LOA : 5.72m (18ft 9in)
LWL : 4.57m (15ft 0in)
Beam : 1.91m (6ft 3in)
Draft : 0.25m (0ft 10in)
Maximum Draft : 1.22m (4ft 0in)
Keel : Centreboard

Construction

• GRP construction
• Original gelcoat finish
• Spooned raked stern with raised transom
• Galvanised centre plate lifting keel
• Tiller steering
• Complete weight (by design) : 340kg (748lb)
• Last ashore spring 2021

Rigging & Sails

• Gunter Yawl rig
• Varnished wood masts and spars
• Bumpkin (for mizzen)
• Mainsail (tan good/serviceable condition)
• Roller reefing jib (tan, good/serviceable condition)
• Mizzen (tan, good/serviceable condition)
• Sail areas (by design) :
  • Jib : 3.35 sqm (36 sqft)
  • Main : 6.86 sqm (74 sqft)
  • Mizzen : 2.04 sqm (22 sqft)
  • Total : 12.26 sqm (132 sqft)

Mechanical & Electrical

• AVAILABLE BY SEPARATE NEGOTIATION (asking price £1,750):
  • Torqeedo Travel 1103 CL electric outboard motor (2021)
  • 915 Wh Torqeedo battery (2021)
  • Charger (2021)
  • Remote throttle (2021)
  • Outboard cover (2021)
  • Spare 500 Wh Torqeedo battery
  • Outboard mounted inboard in well
  • Outboard rated equivalent to 3hp

Equipment

• Cockpit cover
• Full winter cover
• Manual bilge pump
• Small galvanised Danforth-type anchor
• Pair of paddles
• Various fenders
• Various mooring warps
• Original builder's certificate

Remarks

The Devon (and earlier Drascombe) Lugger remains an immensely popular day sailer, with in excess of 2000 examples having been built since it's introduction in 1968. With an attractive and traditional appearance, the Lugger is easily managed and sailed either single-handed or with family or crew, and she is light enough to be towed behind just about any family car (although unfortunately, no trailer is available or included in this sale).

For sale to make way for a larger cruising boat for overnighting, this Devin Lugger is in good order throughout and is offered together with an optional environmentally-friendly Torqueedo Travel electric outboard motor (mounted inboard in a well) which, together with remote control, was purchased new just last year and is still under warranty, making her an excellent option if you're looking for a small and capable day sailer for either inland or inshore/estuary and wish to avoid the noise and pollution associated with petrol outboards. Afloat and ready to sail!

A QUICK SALE IS DESIRED AND OFFERS WILL BE CONSIDERED!

Quotes from the builder's literature:

"Probably the best known and most admired open dayboat. The Lugger typifies our range. Our craftsmanship finish with bronze fittings and beautiful hardwood trim places this boat in a class of it's own."

"Easy to launch and sail, especially with our own roller coaster trailer solo or fully crewed. The loose footed sails and sliding gunter rig are easy to handle - there's no boom to look out for!"

"It's a dayboat which you can convert with a sprayhood - it's a sailing boat, a rowing boat, or with recommended 4-6hp outboard motor, a very manoeuvrable run about."

"This boat was originally called the Drascombe Lugger and then re named Original Devon Lugger."

"The Lugger also has the European recreational craft directive, and carries up to seven people safely. She can be found adventure sailing on open coast, quiet fishing trips, or exploring inlets and backwaters."