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Katja was launched in England on August 15th, 1929, the year of the Wall Street crash in America and the beginning of the Great Depression that was soon to assail Europe. She survived the destruction of the Second World War after taking part in Operation Dynamo as a Little Ship, one of the 800 civilian vessels that evacuated hundreds of thousands of Allied soldiers from Dunkirk in 1940. Katja is a 14.7 meter long motoryacht, designed by H. Parker and built of wood by the Brooke shipyard in Lowestoft. She is still in perfect condition thanks to the doting care of her four owners, two English and two Italian, the latest since the early 1990’s. Katja was built for Mawdesley Brooke, the owner of the yard that launched her in 1929, and was named for one of his daughters. The yard’s roots stretch back to 1874 when Brooke Ironworks, specialized in engines, began activity in Oulton Broad, near Lowestoft. Renamed Brooke Motorcraft between the wars, the firm was managed by Waveney Brooke until after the end of World War II. Katja’s first main engine was a 100 hp, six cylinder Brooke N°4059 type 40 F diesel, with a 5 hp Brooke “Dominion” as auxiliary propulsion. In 1931 she was sold to a new owner in Leicester for £ 2,875. Based for a period in Great Yarmouth, 200 km north of London and only 15 km from Lowestoft, in 1950 she traveled through the French canals down to the Mediterranean, flying the white ensign as a Dunkirk Little Ship. Katja welcomed the change from the misty English coasts to the mild climate of the Mediterranean. In 1967 she was given a new main engine, a 145 hp Perkins T6354, and a new 30 hp Mercedes auxiliary. In the early 1990’s she was purchased by a new owner from Rome, who sailed her in the Tyrrhenian from Tuscany’s Porto Santo Stefano. Sailing from her new base, Katja participated in classic yacht events in Montecarlo, La Spezia, Bocca di Magra and Anzio.   REFITS AND AWARDS  In recent years Katja has undergone several refits in Tuscan yards; Lacchini, and then Mileo. Founded by Constabile Mileo in 1951, the Mileo yard was known for their continuous production of dozens of wooden vessels. In 2003 the yard, run by the Mileo brothers Pompeo, Vincenzo and Domenico, began a major refit. The 25mm pitch pine planking below the waterline was replaced, with 8/9 meter long planks attached to oak frames with steel screws. The keelson was rebuilt to increase purchase for elements of the new frames, tightly fit between the keel and the stem. The hull was caulked in the traditional manner with calico, then faired and painted. The keel and stem, both of oak, are original. A new main engine (Perkins 240hp) combined with a four-bladed propeller, gives Katja a top speed of 12 knots. Other major jobs included fitting a bow-thruster, rebuilding the teak deck incorporating a layer of plywood, redoing the hydraulic and electrical systems and fuel lines, and replacing the wheel with a new hydraulic control. Remote steering is also set up, allowing Katjato be run from on deck while underway. The auxiliary motor was upgraded to an 80hp Perkins, with a folding propellor to port, giving her a respectable six knots. All this care lavished on Katja couldn’t pass unnoticed, and during the 1992 Monaco Classic Week she was awarded 156 out of 210 possible points, putting her at the top of the ASDEC classification. The ‘Associazione Scafi d’Epoca e Classici’ has been protecting and diffusing the culture of classic and vintage yachting since 1987.   “Her topsides have sleek and very elegant lines - a gentle joining of the deckhouses to their pavilions, a smooth transition between deck levels, with the aft deckhouse windows that follow the sinuous curve of the sheer, the handrails that gradually run lower as they approach the bow and the side deck that curves towards the coachroof. It all denotes the execution of an excellent design by a renowned boatyard.” This quote from the early 1990’s by Piero Maria Gibellini, one of the world’s authorities on motor yachts and auxiliaries, refers to Katja. Her present owner, after almost thirty years of cruising Katja, cannot but emphasize how well laid out she is, with many separate spaces to enjoy even when there are many aboard. The foredeck is a terrace over the sea, one of her strongpoints. It gives privacy when moored stern to, and there’s always fresh air even on the hottest days. A sturdy awning covers the foredeck, with it’s two chaise longue (originally from the ocean liner Conte Biancamano; launched in 1925, she was sent to the wrecking yard in 1961), table and benches for up to ten guests. Two sun pads are laid above the aft coachroof and the wheelhouse. A true gangway is mounted to starboard, for ease of embarking and disembarking.   INTERIORS AND THE BAGLIETTO TENDER  Katja’s refined interiors make her a welcoming and comfortable yacht. The fine finishings, from the wainscoting to the cabin cabinetry, plus the paintings and vintage gouaches in the owner’s cabin, all combine to remind you of the Orient Express and send you back in time. She has seven berths: two in the owner’s cabin forward, two in the guest cabin, and three from the seating in the main cabin – one twin and one single berth. Katja’s vintage launch is a work of art. Built of wood in 1934 by the Baglietto yard in Varazze, she still has her original oars and oarlocks. Katja also comes with an inflatable with a 9.9 hp outboard.   Declinazione di responsabilità La Società pubblica i dettagli di questa imbarcazione in buona fede e non può pertanto avvallare o garantire l'esattezza di tale informazione...Read full description

I custom-built this 2015 70' /"PIPE DREAMER/" for a 4 time repeat Viking owner. He is also a NJ resident and spent a lot of time with his captain inspecting his boat every weekend making sure she was built to his exact specifications and nothing was missed. He put his 20 plus years of boating experience into the build along with my personal input as well as one of the senior sales guys at Viking. This one is truly a very special built 70 Viking and has probably one of the prettiest interiors of all the boats I helped build. She is a real head turner and has been captain maintained and serviced at the Viking service center since new. A sleek aggressive look, with a sharp-edged feature line that runs from the front of the house to the cockpit and nearly 100 inches of forward freeboard. She was also one of the /"High Performance/" boats Viking built pulling almost 20k pounds of weight out by using Kevlar parts and deck house. She tops out over 41 knots and is truly a very special sport fish. /"PIPE DREAMER/" is equipped with 2,600-hp MTU M94 diesels, with extended warranties through November  2022, or 4000hours. Viking’s tough build is as well known as its ability to run fast with the handling of a sports car allows better, sharper turning and responsiveness with superior tracking.  The 70' /"PIPE DREAMER's/" speed will come in handy on tournament day, which this boat was truly built for. From her 206-square-foot cockpit and Release Marine fighting chair to her in-deck live well, mezzanine bait stowage, freezer, and more, this 70' can chase the big ones - anywhere.  Palm Beach Tower; Costa flying-bridge enclosure; in-deck livewell; Release teak helm pod; mezzanine A/C; forward window mask; Side-Power bow thruster; custom hull color paint and ceramic coated in 2020; Sea Recovery watermaker; LCD TVs in guest staterooms; Premier edition upgraded decor package; 600-gal. auxiliary fuel tank; Release helm chairs and fighting chair; Eskimo ice chipper; 46' Outrigger Rupp Big Riggs HD, 4 Spreader, Bridge Release. With the flying-bridge helm set up, the massive cockpit, and enough speed to get anywhere in a hurry, the 70' /"PIPE DREAMER/" is one of the most complete blue water fishing packages on the market.   Recent upgrades 2021 New Sonar installed by AME New screens for electronics on Flybridge by AME New Electro Sea System Boat Dehumidifier System New Wallpaper in Heads 

The L135’ (41m) from US based Legacy Super Yachts is designed and engineered by leading American designers Joe Lazzara and Ian Ombres. Drawing on generations of innovation, this MTU powered aluminum yacht has an impressive top speed of 29 knots. Currently in build with 12 months till launch, she offers exceptional quality and world class design.   The interior has been created by Superyacht interior designer Alexandre Thiriat. Decorated with warm, rich tones using dark Indian rosewood, light and reconstituted oak and chenille with a hint of industrial design and Art Deco styling, an elegant and casual ambiance will run throughout all her guest areas. At this stage of construction the interior can be customized to fit the owners selections.   Key features include the walk-around top deck, a spacious flybridge deck with a Jacuzzi, a large beach club area or garage for tender, davit for 2 wave-runners on the bow, shallow draft of just under 6’ and built to built to ABS A1 Commercial class. At 318 gross tons, considerable volume is offered throughout her spacious interior and open plan exterior decks with floor to ceiling glass in the main salon.   The L135’ has a large main deck salon and formal dining area boast headroom at almost nine feet. A full size American galley with a large settee is ideal for entertaining family and guests. The spacious feel is further enhanced by three large glass sliding doors, which allow for panoramic views with a day head located off the galley. Legacy also offers a full-beam master stateroom forward on the main deck, which includes an office area with sea views, a king-size bed, a dressing room and a his-and-hers bathroom. Further accommodation is located on the lower deck comprising four VIP staterooms. The luxury yacht is also set up to carry 7 crew on board, located in the bow of the yacht.   Powered by twin MTU 12V 4000 M93L 3460 HP diesel engines, she will be propelled to a cruising speed of 25 knots and a maximum speed of 29 knots. The Hull has been  tank tested and developed by naval architects Bill Prince & Ian Ombres to ensure exceptional seakeeping characteristics and efficiency. Almost all premium equipment and machinery systems suppliers are American for ease of service and maintenance.   Listed and managed exclusively through Denison Yachting and relying on decades of experience and expertise. Denison caters the management approach to the needs of each individual client. Delivering real- time solutions for the various challenges typically associated with operating a yacht, from financial management and crew administration to technical support and compliance. The mission is to be a key strategic partner between the owner and crew on board, enabling expectations to be exceeded at every level.   A complete 129 page builders spec & construction progress photos upon request. 

Stock #260451 Only 80 photos available on this website. See all 126 photos at www [dot] popyachts [dot] com/view/260451 Reason for selling is /"Pairing down/". ANY and ALL offers will be put in front of our seller! Submit your offer today! Good condition, maintained yearly and ready for the open water! Come see a real classic 1990's trend setting express cruiser. This Sea Ray broke new ground when is was first introduced back in the early 90's with its sleek luxurious high powered large cruiser. This boat has most of what a person whos looking for a sleek cruiser with the length to match. The boat has an enormous cockpit with plenty of seating and entertainment features abound, wet bar, ice maker and refrigeration, sink etc. The cabin is all about having as much of an open floor plan for the main salon with seating and entertainment center also a fully equipped galley. Forward to starboard is a laundry room with washer dryer to port is a separate double bunk cabin w/ a double entry full head with shower. The main stateroom features a king-size bed with a full head to starboard. This boat also features a separate Captain's quarters in the stern of the boat with single berth sink and separate head. While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run. We have several more Bayliner, Chris-Craft, and Wellcraft vessels for sale. If you're in the Queens, The Bronx, Brookhaven, or Islip areas, please use the form on this page to let me know what you're looking for and I'll get back with you today about any other express cruiser options we have locally that may meet your needs. You have questions? We have answers. Call us at (941) 914-9217 to discuss this vessel today.