Introducing Katinka, a genuine offshore passage-maker with an impressive logbook of ocean crossings behind her. Designed by Chuck Paine and built by Southern Boatbuilders Limited, the Bowman 40 was conceived from the outset for open water — fewer than sixty were ever produced, and she is a classic example of one of the breed's most respected bluewater yachts. Launched in 1991, Katinka pairs a proven bluewater hull with a rig built for shorthanded sail handling, and comes with a clean, fully documented ownership history. Katinka offers an underlying pedigree — a vessel that ... read more

If you are looking for a superbly capable cruiser with proven blue water ability, this highly regarded Chuck Paine design should be on your shortlist. The Bowman 40 offers ocean going potential but is equally at home as a powerful coastal passage maker. The Bowman 40 is easily sailed, with a spacious uncluttered cockpit and the flexibility of a cutter rig. From the moment you step aboard, you know that you are on a real sailors boat, designed to make fast passages in safety and comfort. ‘Quiver’ is a good example of the marque and benefits from a recently installed Yanmar e... read more

Genuine Sale. • Yanmar 45hp. Less than 700 hrs. (2016) • Bruntons three-bladed Autoprop feathering propeller (2016) • Shaft drive with rope cutter (2016) • New standing rigging (2024) • Bermudan sloop with removable inner forestay for cutter configuration • Hatches and Portlights, All Lewmar replaced. • Lewmar bow thruster • Paguro diesel generator • Comprehensive Raymarine navigation suite • Reupholstered • New Headlinings • New Cooker • Full Cockpit Enclosure • Dinghy and Outboard • Ready to cruise ... read more