Custom Troller/Cruiser ~ Refit And Upgrades 2023/2024
Stunning, Classic Cruiser!
- Boat REF# · 345374
- LOA · 13.41m
- Year · 1952
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · Full-displacement
- Berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x Diesel 72hp, Gardner 6LW (1952)
- Lying · Everett, WA, USA - Shown by Appointment!
Extra Details
| Designer | Frank Fredette |
|---|---|
| Builder | Nicholson Boatworks, Victoria BC |
| Lying | Everett, WA, USA - Shown by Appointment! |
| Fuel capacity | 1,136.4 ltr (250.0 G) Total - 2 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 409.1 ltr (90.0 G) Total - 2 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 81.8 ltr (18.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x Diesel 72hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Gardner 6LW (1952) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 4777 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | Wheel |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Prop(s) | 4 blade bronze |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 6.8 ltr (1.5 G) /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 8 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 9 knots |
| Engine spares |
|---|
*Engine: 8.4-liter 6-cylinder, naturally aspirated; Fresh water heat exchangers and keel coolers.
*Speed: Cruising speed is 8 knots @1,000 RPM; Max speed is 9 knots @1,200 RPM.
*Steering: Wagner hydraulic; steering cylinder rebuilt with new seals and hoses (2023).
*Propeller: Bronze 4 blade, 34" x 30" - right rotation.
*Shaft: 2.25" bronze tail shaft with iron intermediate shaft.
*Electrical system rebuilt and rewired 2023:
Complete rewire of the 12v and110v system.
Inverter/Charger, Zantrex 2000 watt installed
House batteries (3) replaced
Start battery (1) replaced.
New Blue Sea 12v panel
New Blue Sea 120v panel
Shore power rewired.
*Engine compartment fire suppression system: Halon; activated in the Pilothouse.
Dimensions
| LOA | 13.41m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 3.86m |
| Draft Min | 1.52m |
| Airdraft | 6.71m |
| Displacement | 15,422kg (34,005.7lbs) |
| Headroom | 1.96m |
| Storage | On marina |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 4 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Full-displacement |
| Finish | Paint finish |
*LOA for moorage: 44'5" without the dinghy; 45'9' with the dinghy on the aft swimstep.
*Tankage:
Fuel - Steel; located outboard of the engine compartment.
Additional 25 gallon diesel tank, located above salon roof, for cook stove and salon heater.
Water - Polyethylene; located in aft storage compartment.
Waste - Polyethylene; located in aft storage compartment.
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Hot water: 6-gallon tank; electric.
Cabin heat: electric wall mounted heaters in salon and head; diesel stoves in salon and galley.
Construction:
Hull is white oak frames with old growth 1.25" red cedar planking, fastened with square galvanized boat nails, clench nailed one per planking. The side decks are yellow cedar. The fore and aft decks are old growth Burmese teak planking. The keel is old growth fir. The wormshoe is gumwood and purple heart.
Waterline Boats / Boatshed did not independently verify capacities, or dimensions described in this listing. Information is derived from seller-provided information and/or literature.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 1 |
| No. of single berths | 2 |
| Handbasin | 2 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Electric) |
Stepping aboard midships, the wide side decks lead forward and aft. Aft is the custom hardtop extension with a partial enclosure, custom bench seating and room for folding chairs. A perfect spot to be out of the weather, enjoy a peaceful evening or reading a book while underway.
The interior is a testament to maintaining the “vintage-vibe” by keeping the original light fixtures, mirrors, attention to the detail of the gorgeous woodwork and era-appropriate hardware and artwork.
There are Dutch doors starboard and port to enter the pilothouse. Large, wrap-around windows allow excellent visibility for panoramic views and maneuvering. The helm station occupies the port side, complete with a vintage wooden steering wheel and engine controls. A folding bench seat, both port and starboard, provide seating for the Captain and Co-captain. Navigation instruments are primarily positioned to starboard.
Forward and down a few steps is the owner’s accommodation area. The main electrical panels, inverter/charger and batteries are located to starboard next to the stairs. The V-berth is quite large, measuring 6’1” in length and full width of the bow; a center panel may be removed to create two separate berths. There are drawers and storage lockers below. The current owners removed a small toilet and sink to create a large hanging locker and storage area with a bench seat opposite.
Aft of the pilothouse is the full galley which was updated during the major 2023 refit: an electric Isotherm refrigerator/freezer, quartz countertops, microwave, additional storage cabinets. The large Adriatic cookstove has a cast iron cooktop and oven.
The salon, aft of the galley has two bench settees, which convert to single berths, a free-standing drop leaf oak table, and a Lofoten by Dickenson diesel heater. A very cozy area to enjoy guests or snuggle up with a good book.
The new addition of the private head removed the salon bulkhead and expanded into the fish hold. A freshwater macerating toilet, custom sink and cabinet, and a fiberglass walk-in shower create a more comfortable, and vastly improve, the living experience while cruising.
The entire boat is a testament to the past and current owners’ depth of respect for the vessel and its history. All work has been completed to create seamless upgrades to extend her viability for future generations.
0 burner Diesel cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Freezer | |
| Curtains | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Fresh water wash | |
| Raw water wash | |
| Non-Smokers | |
| Microwave |
Stepping aboard midships, the wide side decks lead forward and aft. Aft is the custom hardtop extension with a partial enclosure, custom bench seating and room for folding chairs. A perfect spot to be out of the weather, enjoy a peaceful evening or reading a book while underway.
The interior is a testament to maintaining the “vintage-vibe” by keeping the original light fixtures, mirrors, attention to the detail of the gorgeous woodwork and era-appropriate hardware and artwork.
There are Dutch doors starboard and port to enter the pilothouse. Large, wrap-around windows allow excellent visibility for panoramic views and maneuvering. The helm station occupies the port side, complete with a vintage wooden steering wheel and engine controls. A folding bench seat, both port and starboard, provide seating for the Captain and Co-captain. Navigation instruments are primarily positioned to starboard.
Forward and down a few steps is the owner’s accommodation area. The main electrical panels, inverter/charger and batteries are located to starboard next to the stairs. The V-berth is quite large, measuring 6’1” in length and full width of the bow; a center panel may be removed to create two separate berths. There are drawers and storage lockers below. The current owners removed a small toilet and sink to create a large hanging locker and storage area with a bench seat opposite.
Aft of the pilothouse is the full galley which was updated during the major 2023 refit: an electric Isotherm refrigerator/freezer, quartz countertops, microwave, additional storage cabinets. The large Adriatic cookstove has a cast iron cooktop and oven.
The salon, aft of the galley has two bench settees, which convert to single berths, a free-standing drop leaf oak table, and a Lofoten by Dickenson diesel heater. A very cozy area to enjoy guests or snuggle up with a good book.
The new addition of the private head removed the salon bulkhead and expanded into the fish hold. A freshwater macerating toilet, custom sink and cabinet, and a fiberglass walk-in shower create a more comfortable, and vastly improve, the living experience while cruising.
The entire boat is a testament to the past and current owners’ depth of respect for the vessel and its history. All work has been completed to create seamless upgrades to extend her viability for future generations.
0 burner Diesel cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Fenders | |
|---|---|
| Davits | |
| Swim Platform |
Smith windlass
1 anchors
(Delta plow)
36.58m of chain
91.44m of warp
Gig Harbor Nisqually dinghy (2022)
(Hard Dinghy)
*Anchor: 88 lb Delta
*Chain: 120 feet
*Rode: 300 feet gold braid.
*Davit/Crane: Derrick boom and Atkins and Hoyle cast aluminum davit.
*Dinghy: Gig Harbor Nisqually fiberglass dinghy; 8 feet. Oars and sails included.
*Windlass: Hydraulic Smith windlass with on-deck spool and hydraulic controller.
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Radar | |
| VHF | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Autopilot | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights |
*Electronics and Navigation:
Compass: Danforth Constellation
Autopilot: ComNav Marine 2001
*Electronics upgraded in 2023 ~
Garmin GPSMAP 8612xsc chart plotter
Garmin GPS 24 xd
Garmin GMR18 xHD Radar
Garmin VHF 115
Garmin AIS 800
Safety Equipment
| LPG Detector | |
|---|---|
| Carbon Monoxide detector | |
| Life jackets | |
| Danbuoy | |
| Horn |
3 bilge pumps (0 manual / 3 Electric)
*Bilge pumps:
Note ~ two (2) electric Jabsco bilge pumps; forward engine compartment and aft lazarette. One (1) bronze hydraulic emergency bilge pump; under salon.
Broker's Comments
A Classic Vessel Enhanced for Modern Adventures!
This Custom 1952 Troller/Cruiser, designed by Frank Fredette was originally launched as a fishing troller to the specific requests of John Nicholson (Nicholson Boatworks, Victoria, BC) for his personal use. She stands as a testament to robust build quality, elegant lines, and the timeless appeal of wooden hulls. In 2023/2024, the boat underwent a comprehensive upgrade and a meticulous refit, breathing new life into her historic frame while seamlessly blending heritage with contemporary comforts.
* Highlights of the extensive work:
~ Professionally designed and constructed, partially enclosed, aft seating bench and entertainment area.
~ Custom swim step.
~ Extension of the salon cabin, converting a portion of the fish hold into a custom head with an electric freshwater macerating toilet, custom sink and cabinet, a fiberglass walk-in shower and electric heat.
~ Galley refit with additional storage cabinets, quartz countertops, Isotherm refrigerator/freezer and microwave.
~ Complete water system upgrade: all plumbing, two (2) polyurethane tanks (45 gals each), six (6) gallon hot water tank and water pump.
~ Pilothouse sole raised nine (9) inches.
~ Complete rewire and upgrades to the entire electrical system.
~ Garmin Navigation suite and safety systems upgraded.
The boat is powered by a single Gardner 6LW diesel engine with dry exhaust. A premium engine that purrs.
Thanks to the 2023/2024 refit, this Custom 1952 Troller/Cruiser is ready for a wide range of adventures—from leisurely day trips and sunset cruises to extended coastal voyages. She is a head-turner at the marina, a capable passage maker, and ready to create new memories for decades to come.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.