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1974 Nautor Swan 38

$ 135,000

Point Richmond, California 94611

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1974 Nautor Swan 38
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Set Sale Marine

Set Sale Marine

California

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Make
Nautor Swan
Model
38
Year
1974
Gross Tonnage
N/A
Length (ft)
38
Beam (ft)
11.5
Draft (ft)
6.25
Fuel
Diesel
Engine Hours
-
Number of Engines
Single engine
Engine Type
Inboard
Cabins
N/A

Description

1974 Nautor Swan 38. One of Nautor Swan’s most classic and best selling models of all time, the 38 epitomizes 1970’s blue water performance, elegance, and Nordic build quality. The hull's backbone, a massive stainless steel girder, is solidly glassed into the bottom of the hull, providing enormous strength and stiffness. This boat excels in heavy weather, offering security regardless of conditions and performing well both upwind and down. Unique features include dual recessed spinnaker pole storage and boom furling mainsail. The interior showcases traditional teak joinery and workmanship....

Captain's Notes

Step below and you’re greeted by the warm glow of aged teak, the kind you only get after decades of careful ownership. The Swan 38’s layout is seamanlike rather than flashy: deep, secure sea berths, proper lee cloths, and a navigation station that actually invites you to spread out a chart. On deck, the low-slung coachroof and narrow beam make it easy to move forward when the boat is heeled, and the long cockpit coamings give you a solid backrest on a long watch. You feel every bit of the designer’s intent: a boat to be sailed hard, trimmed precisely, and enjoyed for the quiet satisfaction of doing things the right way.

Why 38 in California

In these waters, where conditions can shift from gentle afternoon breezes to punchy, confused seas, the Swan 38’s temperament really shines. Its moderate displacement and deep fin keel give a reassuring, steady rhythm through short chop, while the powerful yet easily balanced rig keeps you moving on lighter days without constant tweaking. The protected cockpit offers a secure spot for crew when squalls roll through, and the seakindly motion makes longer coastal hops less tiring. With ample tankage and genuinely usable storage, it’s well suited to extended weekends and longer passages along this coast, rewarding a skipper who values both performance and composure when the forecast is uncertain.

Last updatedJuly 12, 2025 at 11:09 AM

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