Seamaster 46 Pilothouse "Solquest"
Currency
Length
46' 11" - 14.30m
Vessel Location
Oyster Cove Marina, Kettering. 30 mins from Hobart
Launch Year
1982
Hull Material
Timber Carvel Planked - HUON PINE.
'Solquest' ("Follow the Sun") is a rare and special bluewater pilothouse cruising yacht. Marine architect of renown, Robert H. Perry (USA) designed this beautiful vice-free performance hull featuring a sheltered centre-cockpit, two helm stations (cockpit and saloon/pilot-house), a delightful aft-cabin with ensuite, a spacious saloon incorporating galley, leather-upholstered dinette, pilot berths with another private double cabin and bathroom forward.
Master shipwright, Garry Smedley (Tasmania) crafted this fine vessel. In the words of the highly qualified surveyor, 'Smedley had a reputation for building vessels to a standard that far exceeded normal boat building practice using robust specifications and the best materials available including especially selected timbers for bluewater sailing'. The timbers selected for 'Solquest' included Huon Pine (strip planked) for the immensely strong hull, Mahogany for cabin sides and below-deck cabinetry and Beech for the decks.
"Solquest" has thousands of sea miles under her keel. With an in-mast furling main, furling genoa and cockpit sail management, a couple safely and efficiently handles her. Auxiliary power is provided by a well-maintained 124 hp 6-cylinder Perkins diesel with hydraulic direct drive transmission/gearbox driving a sophisticated HUNDESTED variable pitch propeller. Her long range, blue-water cruising capabilities are evidenced by tankage (approx. 800 litres of water and 1200 litres of fuel) and storage spaces (boat equipment, spars, foods, crew gear).
The array of electronics, (communication, navigation and vessel management) is impressive with plenty of built-in redundancy. Every piece of equipment has been proven over many thousands of nautical miles of sailing time and reflects the owner's passion for excellence with nothing but the highest quality equipment installed.
This truly magnificent cruising yacht has been (and is) maintained without compromise. To quote the surveyor again. ' "Solquest" has been fortunate in having an experienced owner who has been fastidious in his approach to further development together with upgrades as well as continuous maintenance, consequently she is currently in an excellent seaworthy condition'.
Solquest features in the SBS Food Series "Gourmet Farmer Afloat". Click Special Presentation below for a link to the series.
For more information and to arrange an inspection please CALL PAUL on or MATT on
Master shipwright, Garry Smedley (Tasmania) crafted this fine vessel. In the words of the highly qualified surveyor, 'Smedley had a reputation for building vessels to a standard that far exceeded normal boat building practice using robust specifications and the best materials available including especially selected timbers for bluewater sailing'. The timbers selected for 'Solquest' included Huon Pine (strip planked) for the immensely strong hull, Mahogany for cabin sides and below-deck cabinetry and Beech for the decks.
"Solquest" has thousands of sea miles under her keel. With an in-mast furling main, furling genoa and cockpit sail management, a couple safely and efficiently handles her. Auxiliary power is provided by a well-maintained 124 hp 6-cylinder Perkins diesel with hydraulic direct drive transmission/gearbox driving a sophisticated HUNDESTED variable pitch propeller. Her long range, blue-water cruising capabilities are evidenced by tankage (approx. 800 litres of water and 1200 litres of fuel) and storage spaces (boat equipment, spars, foods, crew gear).
The array of electronics, (communication, navigation and vessel management) is impressive with plenty of built-in redundancy. Every piece of equipment has been proven over many thousands of nautical miles of sailing time and reflects the owner's passion for excellence with nothing but the highest quality equipment installed.
This truly magnificent cruising yacht has been (and is) maintained without compromise. To quote the surveyor again. ' "Solquest" has been fortunate in having an experienced owner who has been fastidious in his approach to further development together with upgrades as well as continuous maintenance, consequently she is currently in an excellent seaworthy condition'.
Solquest features in the SBS Food Series "Gourmet Farmer Afloat". Click Special Presentation below for a link to the series.
For more information and to arrange an inspection please CALL PAUL on or MATT on
Price
AU $350,000
Vessel Name
"Solquest"
Boat Reference
195589269
Launch Year
1982
Length
46' 11" - 14.30m
Beam
4.35 m
Draft
1.55 m
Displacement
26 tonnes
Keel / Ballast
Long profile fin steel keel. Internal ballast - 9 tonnes.
Vessel Location
Oyster Cove Marina, Kettering. 30 Mins From Hobart
Region
Tasmania
Use
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Designer
Robert Perry, Seattle USA.
Builder
Garry Smedley (master shipwright) Launceston, Tasmania.
Hull Material
Timber Carvel Planked - HUON PINE.
Decks Material
Queensland Beech overlay.
Engine
124 hp Perkins 6-cylinder (freshwater cooled) diesel engine with hydraulic direct drive transmission/gearbox (with reverse direction switch) driving a HUNDESTED 3-blade infinitely variable pitch propeller.
NOTE: The engine has been continuously and professionally maintained to the manufacturer specifications.
The engine compartment is well lit and fully insulated.
Engine Make
Perkins
Horsepower
124 hp.
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
5,805 hours at date of listing.
Propulsion
Shaft driving a HUNDESTED 3-blade variable pitch propeller.
Fuel
1200 litres in 2 x s/s tanks.
Water
Approx. 800 litres (Stainlss steel tank).
Dinghy
3.5 m RIB Inflatable Dinghy
Outboard
3 hp Yamaha Outboard
Covers
Fixed cockpit wind/spray screens with side curtains.
Cockpit bimini.
Aft deck awning / solar panel display.
Full set of covers including...
*Bulwark capping, cabins sides,
*Winches,
*Hatches.
Cockpit bimini.
Aft deck awning / solar panel display.
Full set of covers including...
*Bulwark capping, cabins sides,
*Winches,
*Hatches.
Accommodation
Step aboard via the midship gates onto the laid Beech decks. The decks are wide and uncluttered. From the stern note the hatch access to the owners' aft cabin. The sheltered centre-cockpit, apart from offering a great vantage point from which to run the vessel, with cushioned seating and foldaway table, is where the crew will relax and dine when at anchor. Below deck, the striking polished mahogany cabinetry together with the teak and holly sole and the large side windows and hatch gives off an ambience of cosy understated luxury. Smedley's timberwork is simply superb. To starboard of the companionway is internal access to the aft stateroom with its island queen double bed, a single pilot berth, built-in lockers, vanity unit and an ensuite. To port (of the companionway is a U-shaped leather lounge (8-seater) around the large dining table, which can be swivelled amidships. Opposite is another pilot berth. The comprehensively equipped navigation station (with a fixed leather seat) is immediately aft of the helm station. The full service galley is to port within easy reach of the dinette. Step down two steps to a passageway to the forward, double berth V cabin. The second bathroom is port-side of the passage with hanging lockers and drawers opposite. Crew comfort is enhanced by the Webasto Airtop diesel heater (ducted throughout).
There is sufficient storage above and below for a full crew on extended cruises. Likewise, there is plenty of freshwater (800 litres) and fuel (1200 litres).
There is sufficient storage above and below for a full crew on extended cruises. Likewise, there is plenty of freshwater (800 litres) and fuel (1200 litres).
Cabins
2 x private sleeping cabins.
Berths
7 berths including pilot berths.
Shower
1 x Hot/cold shower in the bathroom
Toilet
2 x Toilets - Jabsco Electric (with macerator) forward plus Jabsco manual aft.
Entertainment
Pioneer AM/FM/CD Player.
HiSense Television.
HiSense Television.
Air-Con
Webasto Airtop Diesel Heater ducted throughout.
Galley
The galley is designed and equipped to service a full crew at sea with maximum efficiency. The countertops are all stainless steel. The twin s/s sinks with mixer tap (hot/cold pressure water) are deep. Cook has everything within easy reach, including the SMEG stove/oven, a large top/front-loading fridge (a freezer is close by) and plenty of cupboards and drawers. There are 24v power outlets. A large window and overhead hatch provide the cook with plenty of light (and ventilation).
Refrigeration
Front/Top-loading 24v Eutectic fridge in the galley.
Freezer
Top-loading 24v Eutectic freezer in the navigation area.
Stove
SMEV 4-burner gas stove with grill and oven.
Hot Water
Heat exchanger/240 volts shore power - 50 litre stainless-steel tank.
Ground Tackle
Muir Thor Horizontal Hydraulic Windlass with remote.
Modern plough anchor on 70 metres of 10 mm chain. Chain locker is stainless steel lined.
Spare CQR style anchor plus chain and various warps.
Modern plough anchor on 70 metres of 10 mm chain. Chain locker is stainless steel lined.
Spare CQR style anchor plus chain and various warps.
Safety Gear
Horseshoe MOB throwing buoys x 2
Emergency tiller.
Gas detector.
Emergency tiller.
Gas detector.
Bilge Pumps
Manual & electric bilge pumps plus an engine driven pump plumbed to all compartments.
Life Raft
AVON OCEAN - 6-person liferaft. Note: May not be in service.
Epirb
EPIRB - ACCUSAT MT600G
Life Jackets
4 x Inflatable Yokes plus 4 x foam PFD's - may not meet current standards.
Fire Protection
Manual Extinguishers plus fire blanket.
Electrics
*Batteries: 6 x AGM new 2019.
*240v shore power.
*240v & 24v sockets throughout.
*Pulsatronic Battman II Battery monitor.
*Inverter.
*Solar panels (2 x 120 watt)
*240v shore power.
*240v & 24v sockets throughout.
*Pulsatronic Battman II Battery monitor.
*Inverter.
*Solar panels (2 x 120 watt)
Electronics / Navigation
*Chart plotter (multi-function) - Raytheon RC630
*Radar - JRC1500 MKII LCD
*HF Radio - ICOM IC-M700AUS with auto tuner.
*VHF Radio - Navman.
*Fishfinder/Depth sounder - Navman 4380.
*Autohelm (with remote) - Raymarine Smart Pilot ST6002.
*Wind/Sumlog - VDO
*Steering compasses at helms.
*Plastimo ships clock plus barometer.
*Clearview helm screen spinner.
*Radar - JRC1500 MKII LCD
*HF Radio - ICOM IC-M700AUS with auto tuner.
*VHF Radio - Navman.
*Fishfinder/Depth sounder - Navman 4380.
*Autohelm (with remote) - Raymarine Smart Pilot ST6002.
*Wind/Sumlog - VDO
*Steering compasses at helms.
*Plastimo ships clock plus barometer.
*Clearview helm screen spinner.
Sail Inventory
Masthead Sloop...
*Hood Stowaway (in-mast furling) main.
*Carbon No 1 Genoa on a Furlex 400S Furler.
*Spinnaker
*MPS.
NOTE: Sails were new from 2009 to 2020 and are in good to excellent condition.
*Hood Stowaway (in-mast furling) main.
*Carbon No 1 Genoa on a Furlex 400S Furler.
*Spinnaker
*MPS.
NOTE: Sails were new from 2009 to 2020 and are in good to excellent condition.
Mast / Rigging
Painted alloy spars all in excellent condition. (Repainted 2012)
*Spinnaker pole with Topping Lift.
*2 x extra poles.
*1 x 19 316 stainless steel rigging.
NOTE: Running and standing rigging was inspected, repaired and replaced as necessary in June 2023.
*Spinnaker pole with Topping Lift.
*2 x extra poles.
*1 x 19 316 stainless steel rigging.
NOTE: Running and standing rigging was inspected, repaired and replaced as necessary in June 2023.
Deck Gear
*Barlow Winches... 2 x 36 ST, 2 x 27 ST, 2 x 25 ST.
*POWERARM Electric Winch Handle.
*Teak boarding platform with handholds.
*Folding swim ladder.
*Cockpit table.
*Cockpit cushions.
*Deck wash pump.
*Mooring lines
*Fenders
*Boat Hooks
*Barge board
*POWERARM Electric Winch Handle.
*Teak boarding platform with handholds.
*Folding swim ladder.
*Cockpit table.
*Cockpit cushions.
*Deck wash pump.
*Mooring lines
*Fenders
*Boat Hooks
*Barge board
Presentation
Remarks
A comprehensive array of spares and manuals is included.
CONTACT DETAILS
Dealer
Boat Sales Tasmania
Telephone
Address
Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania
Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
Hobart TAS Australia
Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
Hobart TAS Australia
Website
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