2002 Beneteau 393

What stands out on this 393 is how manageable all that cruising capability feels from the helm. The rig is conservative enough for shorthanded sailing, but the sail plan still gives a satisfying turn of speed when the breeze fills in. Side decks are wide and uncluttered, so moving forward to handle ground tackle or a downwind pole doesn’t feel like a circus act. Below, the galley’s generous counter space and deep double sinks make life underway more civilized, especially on longer passages. Tankage and systems are laid out with service access in mind, a real plus for an owner-operator who prefers to do their own maintenance instead of living at the dockyard.

This 393 is particularly well-suited to waters where conditions can shift from light air to brisk trades in a single day. The hull form is comfortable in a seaway yet slippery enough to keep you moving when the wind eases off, ideal for island hops or longer coastal legs. The twin-cabin layout gives guests or family privacy without sacrificing storage for cruising gear, paddleboards, or dive kit. With a roomy cockpit and easy boarding through the transom, swimming stops and dinghy transfers are straightforward. Ventilation throughout the interior keeps life pleasant at anchor, even when the sun is high and the breeze goes soft.