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Berthon Cutter-Rigged Sloop 1964

Description

Shelmalier was built by Berthon in 1964 and was delivered to her first owner in 1965, she was the largest racing yacht built in England between 1965 and 1980. She is now offered in sparkling and largely original condition and is perfect for either family cruising or Spirit of Tradition events internationally.

Inventory

Construction
Hull: Iroko under the waterline, two-ply Mahogany above the waterline The hull has been completely stripped to bare wood, checked and all rotten planking replaced. It then was sealed and treated with the West System, before being antifouled. The topsides have been stripped and then primed before being painted with two pack white paint and gold detailing.Deck: new Siam teak decks over newly laid marine ply sub-deck which was also firstly treated with the West System (part of the 1997-99 restoration)Superstructure: teakKeel: lead (12 tons)Interior: teak flooring, white painted bulkheads, mahogany battens

Mechanical Equipment
Engine: Yanmar 120hp diesel (1992/3)Gearbox: Aquadrive, directPropeller: folding 3-bladed Max-propSpeed: max 7/8 knotsApprox engine hours: 685 as at 1/3/08Annual servicing in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations

Electrical System
All electrics replaced 1997-19994 service batteries of 24 volts in two banks2 x 12 volt engine and radio batteries2 x alternators (1994)Shore power2 x battery chargers (1 x 12v and 1 x 24v)

Tankage
Fuel capacity: 180 litres (40 gallons) in one stainless steel tankFresh water capacity: approx. 400 litres (88 gallons) in two stainless steel tanks with cross over valves.

Other Mechanical
Water pressure system: 1 x electric pump3 bilge pumps: 1 x manual 1 x electric and 1 x engine run pumpSeveral fire extinguishers (inc engine bay) and fire blanket

Accommodation
Extremely well finished interior restored to original condition with many features sourced from original suppliers throughout the UK, from chrome light fittings & switches through to the teak flooring. For a yacht of her age/class she offers particularly spacious accommodation for up to 10 people, (inc 2 crew) or would comfortably accommodate two couples separated between the forward and aft cabins with their own respective heads. The port berth in the forward cabin extends to form a double if required.

Domestic Equipment
Cooker: 3-burner gas hob, grill and oven2 x 24volt chest fridges2 toilets; 1 shower

Electronics

Manufacturer	Type	Year
B&G	Wind speed and direction	1992
B&G	Speed, depth and log	1992
Constellation	Original compass x 2	1965
Furuno	SSB FS 1550IT	1994
Seavoice	RT550 VHF	1994

Sails and Rigging
Rig: aluminium by Proctor, keel steppedStanding rigging: stainless steel wire riggingOriginal furling boom (custom design)All spars and rigging are original, and have been subject to restoration and found to be in good condition.

Sails

Maker	Type	Cloth	Year
North Sails	Main Sail	Dacron	2003

Several other sails which are close to original, so condition cannot be guaranteed, but would be useful for spares and/or patterns for new.

Winches

Number of	Maker/type	Speed	Function	Manual/electric/Hydraulic
4	Lewmar		Cockpit	Manual
5	Lewmar		Mast base	Manual

All winches have been re-chromed

Deck
Eurovinil 10 man liferaft (certificate expires 04/2009)Small white rigid hull Bombard dinghy (2000/1)5hp Johnson outboardPulpit, pushpit, guardrails, bathing ladder in chrome and stainless steel1 CQR 65 lbs anchor70m of chain and then warpOrvea Monza electric anchor windlassSteering: 1 main position and 1 secondary emergency tiller

Restoration Program
1992 July Purchased in the South of France. Original survey available. 1994 January - August. First step of restoration undertaken by Chantier des Baux, Sanary Sur Mer (Toulon) France:Interior completely removedRemoval of all rotten steel stringers (some which were still sound were not replaced until a later phase of the restoration), and replaced with new custom stainless steel ones.All bulkhead and rib fixing bolts changed and replaced with stainless steel.Removed original steel fuel and fresh water tanks and replaced with stainless steel replicas.Original 36 hp Perkins replaced with new Yanmar 120hp turbo intercooler (actually weighing the same as the original)Two new engine alternators fitted: 24 volts for services and 12 volts for engine and VHF.Complete repositioning of the original off centre shaft with a new stainless steel centreline one and associated rudder modifications. This is the only deviation from the original build plans.New aqua-drive for smooth gear operation and reduced vibration.New large diameter furling Max Prop fitted, with variable-pitch for low revving operation.New electric bilge pump under the shaftNew SSB Furuno long distance radioNew 10 man liferaft. 1997 - 1999 Three years docked at Cantieri Navali Di Imperia, Porto Maurizio Imperia. This was the period of major refurbishment under the supervision of Mario Quaranta the Director and naval architect of the company.Hull and interior stripped to bare wood.Old teak deck and ply sub deck removed.Removal and replacement of rotten hull planks.New high quality marine ply sub deck fitted and treated with West SystemSourced 25 year+ aged Siam teak for the new deck and screwed in placeDeck sealed with two pack compound and then left for 6 months to avoid any shrinkage.New teak bulwarks fitted.New teak decking to the cockpitNew heavy duty bronze Genoa Yankee rail fitted to replace the original weaker one due to buckling.New design and fabrication of winch pedestals.Refurbishment and re-chroming/brassing of all deck fittings and winches.New stainless steel wind scoops fitted.New stainless steel pulpit rails made from original plans.Replacement hand rails on original stanchions.Complete new set of stainless steel chain plates.Custom light weight gang-plank in teak.New teak flagstaff.New stainless steel bathing ladder.New North Sails mainsail specially made for the furling boom in Dacron.Full underwater treatment stripped the hull treated with the West System and then antifouled.Topsides taken back to bare wood and then primed and re-painted with two pack white paint with gold detailing.Deck areas stripped and re-varnished where necessary.Mast and boom professionally re sprayed with two pack Dupont vintage gold paint.New manual bilge pump under cockpit.New Bombard rigid hull inflatable with 5hp Johnson outboard. Phase two of the restoration - Internal
Complete new wiring and electrics but with the restoration of the original chromed switch panel.All interior repainted and varnished.New interior lighting with identical replacement for the originals.New electric toilet in forward heads (original manual Victory Blakes toilet available for refitting if preferred).New sea cocks in both heads and galley.Interior sanded and repainted or varnished throughout.Fabrication of new teak flooring throughout.New mahogany batons to walls in all cabins.New blue upholstery throughout.New mattress in cautchou latex for the front cabin. 2006 New 24 Volt heavy duty battery charger. 2007 Replacement of the last remaining steel stringers around the base of the mast with new stainless steel ones.Topsides painted again with four coats of two pack high gloss Stoppani paint with gold detailing.New 12 Volt battery charger in addition to the 24 Volt one fitted in 2006. 2008Two coats of antifouling.Full set of new 24 Volt batteries.Deck varnishing where necessary.

Owner's Comments
We have endeavoured to restore and maintain Shelmalier to her original condition throughout our ownership. Unfortunately due to work commitments we have only holidayed on her occasionally but can confirm that she sails beautifully. We have sourced a full set of original Laurent Giles designs and would be willing to pass these on to the new owner of Shelmalier.

Broker's Comments
Shelmalier was built by Berthon in 1964 and was delivered to her first owner in 1965, she was the largest racing yacht built in England between 1965 and 1980. Just after her launch Beken of Cowes felt her worthy of a series of photos, many of which are in the possession of the current owner along with numerous other books and articles which really bring the history of this wonderful yacht to life. Her current owner purchased her from us in 1992, since then he has undertaken a total refit and very sympathetic restoration of Shelmalier. She is now offered in sparkling and largely original condition and is perfect for either family cruising or Spirit of Tradition events internationally.

Category:

sail

Length Overall:

17.8m

Beam:

4.11m

Displacement:

38 tonnes

Engine Model:

(1992)

Fuel:

Diesel

Engine Horsepower:

120hp