1986 Ocean Alexander 39 Sedan

Step aboard and you’ll notice how easy this 39 is to live with day after day. The wide, protective side decks and solid rail height make line-handling and anchoring feel secure, even in a bit of chop. Sightlines from both helms are excellent, with just enough bow showing to judge your approach into a tight slip. Storage is everywhere: deep lockers under the cockpit sole, clever cubbies around the berths, and dedicated spaces for spares and cruising gear so the boat stays tidy underway. The hull form has a soft, predictable motion at displacement speeds, and the sound insulation around the machinery helps keep conversation-level quiet in the salon while you’re ticking off miles.

This 39 Sedan is tailor-made for the long, intricate waterways and changeable conditions this region is known for. The semi-displacement hull tracks confidently in tidal currents and afternoon chop, yet her modest draft lets you nose into snug coves and shallower anchorages others pass by. Twin diesels and a proper generator give you redundancy and self-sufficiency when you’re days from the nearest marina. Large fuel and water capacities pair well with the two-stateroom layout, so a couple with guests can cruise comfortably for extended stretches. With both lower and flybridge helms, you can run from the warmth and shelter below or enjoy the elevated visibility when weaving through narrow passages.