Swordsman Marine 37 Just Listed

Exceptional and exquisite
An exceptional example with complete provenance, continuous improvement and known ownership history since new.


ARAMIS is a wonderful example of the highly regarded Swordsman 37 and enjoys a provenance that is unlikely to be repeated.


Commissioned and originally owned by the founder of Nicolle Associates, she has since passed through the hands of just three subsequent owners including a prominent superyacht owner and two aircraft engineers, all of whom have maintained and improved her to exceptionally high standards. Remarkably, every change of ownership since launch has been handled by Nicolle Associates, providing an unusually complete and well-documented ownership history.


Throughout her twenty-five year life, ARAMIS has benefited from continuous maintenance, sympathetic upgrading and meticulous care, resulting in what is undoubtedly one of the finest GRP classic motor yachts of her type available today.


Designed by the late Alan Burnard, whose Fairey Marine heritage is evident throughout the design, the Swordsman 37 successfully combines timeless British motor yacht styling with exceptional sea-keeping, practical cruising capability and beautifully crafted accommodation.
Unlike many classic motor yachts, ARAMIS has never suffered from deferred maintenance. Instead, every owner has continued a programme of careful improvement, ensuring she remains both mechanically and cosmetically exceptional.


Recent investment includes:
Raymarine Quantum Radar
Replacement cutlass bearings and shaft seals
Premium mattress and curtains
New calorifier
Torqeedo Travel 1103 CS electric outboard
32" TV/DVD/Soundbar
Bespoke extended cockpit canopy enclosure
Replacement saloon seating
Replacement upper helm seating
Upgraded navigation, masthead and mooring lights
Freshwater filtration system
New freshwater pump
Replacement rear window
Continuous annual mechanical servicing.


Most recently, in May 2026, ARAMIS received her annual antifoul, new anodes, full engine and gearbox service together with replacement of the starboard shaft seal. A new genuine Cummins intercooler has been supplied and is scheduled for installation shortly.


In June 2026, all four service batteries were replaced as a preventative measure, further demonstrating the owners' commitment to maintaining the vessel to the highest possible standard.
Lovingly maintained by every owner since launch, ARAMIS represents a rare opportunity to acquire a genuinely distinguished and exceptionally well-cared-for example of this sought-after British classic.


CURRENT OWNER'S COMMENTS
"ARAMIS has been a much-loved member of our family and has given us many wonderful years of enjoyment.
What attracted us to her was not only the timeless Swordsman styling and exceptional sea-keeping qualities, but also the evident care and attention she had received throughout her life.


We have continued that tradition of ownership, investing in her comfort, appearance and mechanical condition whenever required rather than simply maintaining her. Recent improvements include the extended cockpit enclosure, replacement interior and exterior seating, freshwater filtration system, upgraded lighting, preventative battery replacement and numerous mechanical improvements.


She remains a beautifully balanced cruising boat; equally comfortable pottering along the coast, entertaining guests in harbour or undertaking longer passages.
We are also including a comprehensive inventory of quality cruising equipment with the sale, allowing her next owners to step aboard and begin enjoying her immediately.
We hope her next owners will enjoy ARAMIS as much as we have. "


FIRST OWNER'S COMMENTS
There are some boats that stay with you long after ownership ends and ARAMIS is one of them.
Having commissioned and owned her from new, it has been a genuine pleasure to watch each successive owner continue the same philosophy of careful stewardship. Rather than suffering the deferred maintenance that affects so many boats of this age, ARAMIS has benefited from owners who understood quality, appreciated good engineering and were prepared to invest in preserving her.


The result today is something genuinely unusuala twenty-five year old motor yacht that feels cherished rather than simply maintained. Her presentation, engineering spaces, joinery, systems and overall condition reflect an ownership history that would be extremely difficult to replicate.


Perhaps even more remarkably, every change of ownership since launch has been handled by Nicolle Associates. That continuity provides a level of knowledge, provenance and confidence rarely available when purchasing a yacht of this age.


For buyers seeking a classic British motor yacht with pedigree, provenance and exceptional upkeep, ARAMIS deserves very serious consideration.


Finding a twenty-five-year old motor yacht in excellent condition is not unusual. Finding one whose ownership, maintenance and improvement history is known from new is exceptionally rare.

Additional Information


SPECIFICATION
PRINCIPAL PARTICULARS
Builder: Bridgend Boat Yard, Plymouth for Swordsman Marine
Designer: Alan Burnard
Construction: GRP
Hull Type: Deep-V Planing Hull
LOA: 37ft (11.28m)
LWL: 31ft 3in
Beam: 11ft 6in (3.51m)
Draft: 3ft (0.91m)
Displacement: Approx. 7 tonnes
Fuel Capacity: 250 gallons
Fresh Water Capacity: 70 gallons
Holding Tank: Twin heads connected to holding tank system
UK VAT Status: VAT Paid
MACHINERY
Twin Cummins 5.9BTM3 diesel engines
Power:
 2 x 370hp
Drive System:
 Direct shaft drive via reduction gearboxes
Propellers:
 Twin three-bladed bronze propellers
Cruising Speed:
 22 knots
Maximum Speed:
 29 knots
Range:
 Approximately 200 nautical miles
The Cummins 5.9 litre engines are widely regarded as one of Cummins' most dependable and long-lived marine diesel installations, offering straightforward servicing and an excellent worldwide parts network.


Engine Room Features
Hydraulic lifting cockpit sole providing outstanding engine access
High quality engine room sound insulation
Twin Racor fuel filters
Remote coolant reservoirs
Large clear-top seawater strainers
Engine room lighting
Engine room ventilation
Hydraulic steering
Twin alternators
Distribution panel
Battery charger
Inverter
Shore power
Recent Mechanical Works
2019
Cutlass bearings replaced
Propeller shaft seals replaced
2021
New calorifier installed
2025
New freshwater pump installed
New charcoal freshwater filtration system installed
May 2026
Engines serviced
Gearboxes serviced
New starboard propeller shaft seal
Antifouled
New anodes fitted
Genuine Cummins intercooler supplied and scheduled for installation
Current engine hours: 900


ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Shore power connection
Battery charger
Inverter
240V AC electrical system
12V DC electrical system
Distribution panel
Engine room electrical supply
Navigation lights
Anchor light
Electric and manual bilge pumps
Recent Electrical Upgrades
2024
New navigation lights
New mast lights
New mooring lights
Additional lighting upgrades
June 2026
All four batteries replaced as a preventative measure


NAVIGATION & ELECTRONICS
Navigation Equipment
Raymarine Quantum Radar (2019)
Raymarine Radar Plotter
Raymarine Autopilot
Raymarine Log
Raymarine Depth Sounder
GPS
Raymarine GMDSS VHF
Fluxgate Compass
Yeoman Plotter
Navtex
Magnetic Compass
Entertainment
32" TV/DVD/Soundbar (2022)
Stereo system
Cockpit speakers


ACCOMMODATION
Traditional handcrafted teak joinery, generous natural light and a practical two-cabin layout create an atmosphere more akin to a gentleman's motor yacht than a production cruiser.
Accommodation is provided for up to six guests in two comfortable cabins together with a convertible saloon.
The interior is beautifully executed in traditional Swordsman style, featuring handcrafted teak joinery, teak and cherry sole boards, quality upholstery and abundant natural light throughout.
Every owner has preserved the boat's original character whilst sympathetically introducing carefully considered improvements.


OWNER'S CABIN (AFT)
Large island double berth
Dressing table
Hanging locker
Extensive storage
Opening window
Ensuite heads compartment
AFT ENSUITE HEADS
Marine WC
Wash basin
Shower
Teak shower grating
Storage lockers
Opening window


FORWARD CABIN
Twin V-berths converting to a generous double
Hanging locker
Dressing area
Storage beneath berths
Opening hatch
2019 Improvements
Premium quality mattress
New curtains
SALOON
U-shaped dinette
Convertible double berth
Teak dining table
Drinks cabinet
Storage beneath seating
Opening windows
Overhead hatch
2024
New saloon seating
GALLEY
Twin stainless steel sinks
Hot and cold pressurised water
Four burner cooker
Grill
Oven
Refrigerator with freezer compartment
Extensive storage throughout
FORWARD HEADS
Marine WC
Wash basin
Shower
Storage lockers
Teak shower grating
COCKPIT & DECK EQUIPMENT
Teak cockpit sole
Teak side decks
Teak foredeck detailing
Custom teak mast
Stainless steel pulpit
Stainless steel fairleads
Stainless steel cleats
Bathing platform with teak treads
Boarding ladder with teak treads
Bruce anchor
Electric anchor windlass
Anchor chain
Cockpit lighting
2024
Bespoke extended cockpit canopy enclosure
New upper helm seating
2025
New rear window


INCLUDED INVENTORY
The owners are including a comprehensive inventory of useful cruising equipment, enabling the next owner to step aboard and enjoy ARAMIS immediately.
Included within the sale are:
2 x Crewsaver Crewfit 180N Pro automatic lifejackets
2 x Meaco DD8L Junior dehumidifiers
3 x tube heaters
Dinghy air pump
Flat cassette freshwater hose
Forward deck sun canopy
Selection of additional boating equipment and cruising accessories


SAFETY EQUIPMENT
EPIRB
Fire extinguishers
Electric bilge pumps
Manual bilge pump
Navigation lights
Horseshoe lifebuoys


TENDER & OUTBOARD
Tender
Zodiac C240 inflatable tender.
Outboard
Torqeedo Travel 1103 CS electric outboard (2022).
Reported by the owners to remain in near-new condition and supplied complete with battery and charger.


MAINTENANCE HISTORY SUMMARY
2019
Cutlass bearings replaced
Shaft seals replaced
Raymarine Quantum Radar fitted
Premium mattress and curtains
2021
New calorifier
2022
Torqeedo Travel 1103 CS electric outboard
32" TV/DVD/Soundbar
2024
Extended cockpit canopy
New saloon seating
New upper helm seating
New navigation, masthead and mooring lights
2025
Freshwater pump
Freshwater filtration system
Rear window replacement
2026
Antifoul
New anodes
Engine service
Gearbox service
Starboard propeller shaft seal replaced
Genuine Cummins intercooler supplied for installation
All four batteries replaced as a preventative measure (23 June 2026)


Disclaimer
Nicolle Associates offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
This vessel is UK VAT paid.
As always photographs do not do justice so a viewing is highly recommended.
This boat is lying in Hamble River, Bursledon, Southampton.
© 2026 Nicolle Associates.