when I was a kid and started to appreciate boat design, late 60's + early 70's I would send away for info on boats I liked hoping for posters of them for my walls. In 1973 I sent away for the latest Swan boat designs. To my surprise I recieved a call from the head of Swan . He immediately realized I was 13. Rather than hanging up on me , we had a nice conversation about boats + that a Swan 47 was going to be delivered to a place close to where I lived (Halifax NS) He invited me and my Dad to come see it. What a nice gesture . I have always had a special place in my heart for Swans.
@catspaw38152 жыл бұрын
neat story!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Lovely… what a great way to be inclusive
@Themothershipsailing2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been waiting and waiting since you started for you to get a classic Swan on here. Thank you!!! Just nothing compares to how these girls sail. Pure absolute bliss. Every time I lay my eyes on my Sparkman and Stephens Swan 38, my heart does a happy dance. Again, thank you for a great episode and to the lucky buyer - you’re blessed. Oh.. and I actually have original telexes in my yachts box of historical paperwork from rod and Olin in the late 60s to Pietesaari on spinnaker trim. I can scan and send them to you if you like Captain Q and Randy ❤️
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Send them to captainqyachthunter@gmail.com if you get a chance. Cheers!
@rosscarmichael56282 жыл бұрын
With all the new challenges in the world & some are somewhat depressing. I live for a new video from you guys. A true Giant with a plethora of information,and technical terms, that you type on the your screen for us Layman. I love your slow jazz soundbed for your transitions. For your whole ensemble, I give it a 30+.⛵👍
@rosscarmichael56282 жыл бұрын
Where could one nautical viewer acquisition those non-threatening to nice seating suspenders there's a best non intimidating non-marring connectors on your suspenders great invention kudos to you captain.👍
@junal272 жыл бұрын
As usual the education and historic part is excellent, you both guys do an excellent job, I really believe your videos are pure gold
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
That’s very kind of you, thank you!
@dorianzittle77102 жыл бұрын
Hello Captain Q, I view your videos when you post them, I enjoy seeing what is on the market. Thanks Captain a loyal fan, Dorian from Houston Texas
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks and glad to have you aboard from TX!
@CharlotteKinkade2 жыл бұрын
Thank you both for featuring one of my favorite listings - you couldn’t be more right: she’s an absolute gem!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure. Beautiful boat which has just been viewed 12,000 times since three o’clock
@robertling98722 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Swan blue water sailingboat. Thank you for all your intresting sailing videos.
@jamesadams10642 жыл бұрын
Beautiful choice to review. Couldn’t go wrong with this beautiful gal. The mystery pump is probably for the air conditioner. It looks like the march recirculating pump I have on my boat. Thanks again fellas.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James!
@DCGULL012 жыл бұрын
Wow, does THIS boat bring back memories! What a gorgeous vessel, obviously well loved by it's current steward! It's literally the "best of class" in the late 1970's (thinking: Oyster, Hallberg Rassy, etc.. ) of today. Built like fine furniture, not a square foot wasted, fung shwei in its airy spaciousness- WOW! Float? It's good for another 50 years at least! That's what dreams are made of... Did you notice how clean the bilges were?
@jocko_2 жыл бұрын
Two classics, a Swan and Captain Q.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
You’re very kind! Thank you
@sheddski29422 жыл бұрын
that hull is the most beautiful design ever
@tomcraddock2442 жыл бұрын
Loved the Jaguar bit.my father had a xk120 / xk140rhd / xk150 and sail a 30’ Alberg.loved the Swan ! Beautiful work of art.great episode!! Fair winds ⛵️
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
A man of discerning taste 😍 simply exceptional!!
@asdasdd122 жыл бұрын
I, a novice of 3 years racing experience on a Ruffian out of Poolbeg Marina Dublin Ireland, adore the knowledge you gift us with. It is what brings to life that which we yearn to posses. What amazing, subtle giant works of art you bring to us! God speed merry men!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thznkx be to your
@johngarner68372 жыл бұрын
Best channel on the tube, even for non-sailors. The information, history, music, and banter is all very well done. Great job Captain and Ran-day!!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you so much fo rthe kind words... it stokes our fires to hear it! cheers
@brba2 жыл бұрын
That cutting board is quite standard in Finnish homes. It's to catch bread crumbs when cutting bread.
@greenwave8192 жыл бұрын
In America, the bread crumbs catch you!!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
We knew there would be an expert among the viewers!! Thank you
@ronboe63252 жыл бұрын
Dang; you guys have a wonderful job. :bow: I also appreciate the great back story and history of the builders and designers of these boats. Well done.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ronald!!
@tigertelecom12 жыл бұрын
Love the Swan. Those “lines” are classic. Another great episode. And the tiller is great. Should be a rule: any sailboat under 40 feet should have a tiller......lol Thanks, Captain and Ran-Day!
@HakureiReimuOfficial2 жыл бұрын
God these videos are good. If I had the money and time right now, I'd be screaming in the broker's ear for this gorgeous thing.
@rosewood12 жыл бұрын
Lovely swan in fabulous condition. Great review by someone who really knows classic yachts.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hugh!
@dukedoker8899 Жыл бұрын
your right Captain,sailboats like this,just have a,''something factor'', in terms of all aspects of aesthetics that newer sailboats will never be able to compete with.Beautiful sailboat!
@cowsjohnson23062 жыл бұрын
What sailboats should be , a classic beauty. Thanks for showing her. Angus
@mountainmandale15872 жыл бұрын
Absolutely breathtaking! It doesn't get better than a Swan! That thing will sail like no other! I wish I could have the honor of being the next caretaker of her! Great find!
@mitch61582 жыл бұрын
Wahou ! Wonderful Swann ! Some times I regret to not live in us, you really have very very beautiful boats. One day I hope to see a Cape George 31 🤞 Thank you again CQ and RD from France 👋
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
We presume you’ve seen Sailing Magic Carpet and their Cape George?
@mitch61582 жыл бұрын
@@YachtHunters Yes ! They are producing a huge job on their Cape George 36. It's a pleasure to see young people working so well. See you soon on your Channel !
@mattevans-koch93532 жыл бұрын
Thank you gentlemen for showing this lovely yacht. Another winner. I know somewhere in that 40 points was at least 2 points for the chart table. Have a great week.
@rechew12 жыл бұрын
Commenting for the algorithm. I’ve never sailed but I really enjoy your channel.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mr. Rotten!! Much appreciated
@gordonshaffer55602 жыл бұрын
Love the laser pointer, you should have had one 10 years ago :D Love the cabinetry work and details on this old boat. I suspect she will only become more beautiful with age. Certainly a great boat for a couple to sail away for the weekend on, up the coast, out to the islands, where ever the wind takes you. Thanks again for providing us with history and education. Regards to Randay ! 42 points if you include 2 for the nav station 😎
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gordon!!
@melee4012 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous boat at a very handsome price. The only detraction for me was the CNG system. Not as easy to find as Propane. Those aft cleats I think were high load cleats for drogues or mooring in heaving conditions pier side. I would totally love to be seen at the tiller of that fine little vessel. She's quite breath taking.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Agreed!!
@Zoltarswim2 жыл бұрын
The Great Escape! I love this channel!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Good eye!
@preiter202 жыл бұрын
What a beauty Captain! You find some real gems!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul
@louisbunton6792 жыл бұрын
Pretty pretty boat ! Thank you for what you do !
@doncripto14052 жыл бұрын
Holy smokin Toledo!!!! Truly a beautiful piece of art!!!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@chuckaddison51342 жыл бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous lines!
@judsonquiaoit82562 жыл бұрын
For the world to know, you two are un -resistantable... A real sailboat... Thanks again...
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Judson!!
@terrywells38092 жыл бұрын
When I was young we had one of these. It was a great sailing boat and very well built. I could be a great world cruiser for one or two people, very predictable in big seas.
@carlosrosa19652 жыл бұрын
Stunningly beautiful, the only minus being no evidence of Dinty Moore onboard. None the less that would not prevent me from slipping my hand into my pocket and what a bloomin’ amazing price, unbelievable.
@edgarmuller66522 жыл бұрын
Those swans are long lasting but the owner did a great job maintaining it, wow 40. I had predicted 35. Thanks
@joemamaurmama2 жыл бұрын
She looks brand new. Splendid.
@quoththeraven20842 жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning boat!
@cilldublin072 жыл бұрын
Beautiful boats the old 36s. We've one on our club marina that's looking tired and old but still used regularly
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
If it floats…. 😉
@carlcarlamos90552 жыл бұрын
Wow! That was worth waiting for! Thanks. Take care.
@TheDecguy2 жыл бұрын
I always loved these. First colab with S and S. What could be better.
@bos6782 Жыл бұрын
Love the Swans. Thx for the video
@southerncross49562 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a good look at the “PB” with, I would think, your family and friends about the deck.
@jackwalby62572 жыл бұрын
Great episode, if you are going to do a Swan it was great to do an early model. Always love the argument between Swan owners groups on which designer is the best. The S&S guys are fiercely loyal. Me I'm in the Frers camp. But then again I'm from that 80s offshore era. Raced a C&C 41 this past weekend and hit 9-10 downwind wing and wing!! Really should have the spin up but learning the boat. Well I'll be waiting on that next Swan or Baltic. So hard to explain to people the difference in quality compared to new European Clorox boats.
@Themothershipsailing2 жыл бұрын
You’re very right - I’m firmly in the S&S swan camp 😎
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Tough to beat those classic lines that came off the S&S boards 😍
@yzScott5 ай бұрын
There are some amazing deals out there on classic Swans, all over. They age so differently than other boats. You should probably do some others. We just got an amazing deal on a Swan 59.
@jimglass11612 жыл бұрын
An affordable Swan! I never thought I'd see the day. Thank you Captain. I guess dreams can come true.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Just had to wait long enough 😉
@NM-zh6uv2 жыл бұрын
Alas Captain this is a true yacht. At a nine foot beam she requires a fit and thin crew and will rocket thru the field. Beautiful job on the refit.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Limit the Dinty intake and you’ve got a svelte crew!
@cherrypickerguitars2 жыл бұрын
Hey guys! Just poured a Guinness and I’m settling into this new vid. I now truly look forward to your excellent posts! Peace.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Nice combo… love a hearty Guinness… 😍
@Kathleensailorgirl2 жыл бұрын
Very pretty boat, thanks for sharing another great video 😊⛵️⛵️⛵️👍👍
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kathleen!!
@bahceninrengi2 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Turkey Captain ,i don't fully understand you but i love sailboats i watched most of the videos and i keep going.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Glad to have you aboard
@littlebustersoysters9229 Жыл бұрын
I love a quarter berth.
@margiegandy91892 жыл бұрын
Saved this for my evening tea. Pure bliss....
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Margie! Glad to have you aboard
@kevinlytle6215 Жыл бұрын
As an amateur baker I would call that a trivet for putting hot pans or baking sheets etc. Otherwise will likely burn the cutting board and the slots/openings are for cooling. That is my best guess.
@mikakari94982 жыл бұрын
Finally!! 👍 Thank you!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching!
@raysville72562 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable find Capt.
@georgeburns72512 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful sailboat
@leewilliams45412 жыл бұрын
Hi chaps. Learning so much from your efforts. Cheers.
@ryanh48892 жыл бұрын
Great episode! I love the engine placement. Very similar to my Freedom 40/40.
@lmartinez36332 жыл бұрын
The class never ends with Capt Q and Randy. Definitely men of culture.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
That’s very kind… and perhaps an overestimation 😆
@GregoryLongs2 жыл бұрын
Love the Swan. That a previous owner removed the teak decks and finished them so nicely is a huge bonus.
@johnnylightning14912 жыл бұрын
Very, very pretty boat, wish I could have one but the wife won't get on the water. Keep the good stuff coming Captain and Randay.
@tonyhill54182 жыл бұрын
The swan is a very beautiful boat, very well built and made for the rough waters of the North Sea.
@craiggoebbel12412 жыл бұрын
"Go make your ham sandwich," that made me laugh.
@danielclint10332 жыл бұрын
I love this boat.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
So much style!
@dukedoker8899 Жыл бұрын
I wish this S&S was a bit beamier and had slightly wider cockpit seats for fair weather sleeping.Still a jewel of a vessel!
@alanlovesmusic64422 жыл бұрын
Beautiful boat!
@davidallen44722 жыл бұрын
It looks like you were sailing Narragansett Bay with the Mount Hope Bridge in the background where I sailed with Everett Pearson on his Herreshoff S class "Whistler".
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
That’s right.. lovely bay 🥰
@kevio68682 жыл бұрын
gorgeous sailboat
@jdbuscemi81812 жыл бұрын
Thank you in advance
@pietersoeters99832 жыл бұрын
Just a couple of words: Classic, Elegant and simply a Beauty. The don't make them anymore like this today, do they?
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
No they don’t. The market seems to want more beam and more beam carried aft for bigger bunks and en suite heads… they end up looking like a clean Danish/IKEA design which has its place… but we have a special place in our hearts for the classics
@vidguy0072 жыл бұрын
Another great video A suggestion for a video is to show a boat being surveyed, and discuss types of construction
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Greta idea!
@DD-xx8wh2 жыл бұрын
~23:05 so lovely on the water!...wow look at all those orange "Q hats - that Swan 38 sure carries lot's of folks! ;- ))
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
That swan grew into a 12m 😉
@stude292 Жыл бұрын
So...I have been pondering this boat over and over, actually lost significant sleep. Pretty crazy.. Like love at first sight.. The obvious S&S pedigree, offshore credibility and at-sea comfort inherent in the design and implementation (I would not be surprised with a wet windward passage- but that lovely coaming and a good dodger=OK I believe) The hull design, above and below waterline, both purposeful and absolutely gorgeous. The tiller and external ballast, when done properly are (believe it or not) among my requirements (S&S specified C655 bronze for the keel bolts and compelled their use even in the Yankee 30 I owned years ago- a very inferior construction relative to the early 36 Swan. I would be surprised if SS keel bolts were used as the ad states..). This is a classic thoroughbred like no other I will likely ever consider and could, if properly prepared, live up to those expectations in open ocean, particularly in spirited offshore conditions. And, breathtaking each time I row back to the anchorage when doing the more realistic cruising. And, I could add my minimum "must-haves" (which could get me condemned): permanent staysail, two headsail furlers, a manual anchor windless (I'm 65..) more tankage (fuel mostly) and possibly a serious rub rail. (During COVID I sailed into Montauk in November and snuck into a deserted yacht club's dock in 30-kt gusts. My current boat has both no tumblehome and a really strong and less-than-attractive highly thru-bolted extruded aluminum toenail/rub-rail- which I proceeded to bash into the dock with no damage- crew would have been nice, then). In other words the thoroughbred slowly becomes the cart-horse...Still..hey, I try to do my own thing, regardless...I would prefer another mid-ship settee.. That head could get modified (perhaps) to deal with being launched on a port tack in a seaway.. OK..Yes, the cockpit seating is narrow- but so is mine and great when heeled with motion..That beautiful counter would have to get my wind-vane...but getting to it (i.e. to tighten a set screw- which was no big deal in my current setup) could now be an issue with that lazarette- would have to look more closely...But- after all this the one aspect that kinda haunts me is the engine location. I now feel (after a variety of circumstances over years) that engine access/location is a high priority. I had an incident whereby the Lasdrop shaft seal misbehaved after motoring- I returned 6 hours later with ~60 gallons of water in the bilge- which although at the bottom of the floorboards came nowhere near my engine. (it's Duramax and traditional shaft log forever for me, now). I think the Westerbeke in the Swan could be in a pretty vulnerable location- but would love to see the actual bilge volume available and determine how vulnerable stuff like the starter may be to sloshing. And initial impression from this video: virtually no real access. . A visit would certainly be really informative- but I better leave my checkbook home. The "love at first sight" thing.,...-PM
@YachtHunters Жыл бұрын
Wonderful assessment, PM. Have you had a chance to see Ran-days episode touring his boat with Walter Schulz? He tells a story nearly identical to yours with the drip-less shaft seal… frightening stuff! Also check out SV Lofna if you get a chance.. they did a total refit of a sister ship.. instagram.com/swan_36_lofna/?hl=en
@stude292 Жыл бұрын
Hi Capt'n!!!! THANKS SO MUCH-. I'll check out the sistership..There goes my heart- racing again!!!! Signed on to a 10-day Gulf of Mexico thing end of this week but considering a real look at that Swan afterwards....Just can't get it out of my mind....My Dad always said "Wait for the right one- the one to REALLY put your heart into".....Take care and Thanks!!!- Paul
@DIYNauticalDream2 жыл бұрын
Hello Captain Q, I have an unrelated question about the Formosa 51's. If you are familiar with them. Do you know why some have 3 windows in the aft transom and some have 2 windows and some have no windows. Thanks in advance.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
INCREASE LIGHT BY 50 % sorry but best i can think of
@hannahrosa54852 жыл бұрын
Yummy. Thank you boys.
@thebentley712 жыл бұрын
Is that the PB at the very end of the video. If so very nice boat. I love the flush deck. I can't wait until they make either a SWASH or SWATH (small waterline area single or twin hull) sailboat. The hull or hulls are basically torpedo shaped. On the twin hulls they have hydrodynamicly shaped columns two on each underwater torpedo shaped hull. The hulls are water tight. Below the water the two torpedo shaped hulls are attached to each other underwater by foils that keep the structure above stable. This structure is built on the four columns that make up a rectangular shape. These marine vessels do not rock side to side, not do they porpoise up & down like most marine vessels, because the hull/hulls are below the surface of the water, like a submarine. Another great idea would be to power the vessel with vertical axis wind mills, with a shaft directly attached to a sealed gearbox with a propeller on the rear. Imagine one giant vertical axis windmill attached to a gearbox with forward, neutral & reverse, & prop at the rear of the gearbox. Then put 4 smaller vertical axis wind generators on each corner of the vessel & the entire roof covered with solar panels. This along with a huge lithium ion battery bank, all electrical appliances & a huge water maker & you could go anywhere in comfort. Maybe even build some planter boxes & grow vegetables on board, while you catch fish off the rear while traveling.
@fisheater8442 жыл бұрын
is your mystery draw a drying rack to stand up plates & bowls after washing them.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Seems like that could work with skinny plates… prob more for bread crumbs
@Early8Q2 жыл бұрын
Drooling! No Frothing! Yes please, may I have that beautifully maintained pedigreed craft!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Agreed… 😍
@yabojabo85782 жыл бұрын
Beauty. Love to find one with a wheel.
@davidrosmarin43892 жыл бұрын
Wondering about soloing and seeing above or around the cabin. Must one sit mostly with a tiller?
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
this boat was used almost exclusively by a solo sailor... and he had a piston-based autopilot that connects to the tiller... so a pretty great setup
@davidrosmarin43892 жыл бұрын
Yes but what about visibility when sitting and use of tiller when it is angled up and standing? Thanks
@athopi2 жыл бұрын
Beauty!
@ryanh48892 жыл бұрын
The red water pump was the air conditioning sea water pump.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@carlanderson41392 жыл бұрын
Finally a Swan!
@gefginn36992 жыл бұрын
She is a beauty 🌞🌴⛵️
@openup0072 жыл бұрын
FANtastic!
@nickpitera78912 жыл бұрын
Luv those S&S designs. Great craftsmanship throughout. Appears to be a racer/ day cruiser? Thanks for sharing another fine find. Happy 4th.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
You could go anywhere in this boat.. classic S&S designs fare well in any conditions
@HoseTheBeast2 жыл бұрын
The whooper swan is the national bird of Finland. Swan is a common theme in all sorts of finnish art/culture. Swans are also kind of a mark of spring when the swans return you know the ice will be breaking soon and you can finally put your swan on the water aswell.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
This is a neat tip about Swans.. thank you!
@atxsailor4522 жыл бұрын
Worth the score and won't last long on the block at the asking if she isn't already under contract!
@williecline31202 жыл бұрын
This boat has been on the market since 2016
@jdbuscemi81812 жыл бұрын
Can you please tell me what you know about a 33 Foot I believe 1972 Pearson thoroughbred sailboat??
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
It appears that Pearson built two different 33 foot sailboat. One in 1969 and one in 1985. I presume you’re talking about the 1985 model with the Finkiel and design more for race ing I really don’t know much in particular about that boat but Pearson bells good sound quality boats and she may be fast or she may be slow but it all depends on the guy on the end of the tiller
@adamlockwood3312 жыл бұрын
Bravo 👏
@michaelvanwinkle79192 жыл бұрын
Captain, is it the age of the boat that makes it so inexpensivde?
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
All the crowd of folks who have come to the sea shore today with pockets of newly minted greenbacks want new multi staterooms multi heads minimum maintence and have no appreciation for the “elderly”…. Designs that is So the market shrinks for the older beauties that have soul and graces
@10lauset2 жыл бұрын
.. Cheers to you.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Laurie!
@jeffreysearle29962 жыл бұрын
I would guess the two white cleats are for the tender when being towed and the lines going though the two chalks.
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Yes… nicely aligned with the chocks.. beefy too
@mainemarin67582 жыл бұрын
Love your channel
@banjonichols30632 жыл бұрын
Good afternoon from Lodi, California...
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Hello California!!
@stinkintoad2 жыл бұрын
Are You guys at Fort Adam's in Newport at the end of the video?
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Just across the harbor 👍👍
@roscoejones45152 жыл бұрын
Those are box joints on the drawers, not dovetails, but otherwise another great video. I love Swans!
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Thsnks. Got corrected on that earlier. I learn from these episodes as well thanks for taking the time
@chiefkikyerass71882 жыл бұрын
I've been subbed since the beginning...but I don't ever rember you guys covering a Hans Christian..is there any chance that's possible?...thanx
@YachtHunters2 жыл бұрын
Been looking for one for a long time! We were aboard one that wasn’t for sale… and we’re both tickled by it…
@peregrinessailingadventure83952 жыл бұрын
Beautiful boat, well maintained for her age. But, in the presentation, there is absolutely no mention of a windless. Upon studying the bow, I see the chain disappears into a hawsepipe. This might be considered a negative, at least in my humble opinion when trying to weigh anchor or having to reset when dragging in a blow...... Otherwise, she is truly a boat that I would consider sailing having one quite very similar, a Spencer 35. Love tiller steering being so dependable .