Anker & Jensen Boats Review and Specs

Year: 1937  
Manufacturer: Sandeman Yacht Company Ltd
Price: EUR 650,000
(US$914,615)  

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BROKER’S COMMENTS Johan Anker was considered an artist in yacht design and was greatly concerned with the beauty of lines – BOJAR doesn’t disappoint; indeed as a boat of such breathtaking and effortless beauty, she genuinely lifts the human spirit, and perhaps even defines the term “classic yacht”. In these days of restoration, it is rare to find a boat both so original and in such fine condition. She has enjoyed the same ownership for 28 years and the short Norwegian sailing seasons with every winter spent inside her own boat shed will certainly have helped. It is clear BOJAR has benefitted from never leaving Scandinavian waters; thus contributing to the preservation of her timber and original build quality – She is truly exceptional. HISTORY BOJAR was launched in 1937 as ILMEN V and she was one of the last designs from the board of Johan Anker. Anker’s reputation is part due to his incredible success in International Rule designs, his creation of the iconic Dragon One Design – and of all the famous designers of his era, he was arguably the best helmsman. Anker often watched the offerings of Messrs Fife and Mylne cross the finish line behind him – This feel for a boat helped him create some of the fastest and most beautiful designs of any period. BOJAR’s dimensions are similar to the 10 Metre class, but with the slightly greater beam, that her first owner had requested, in his quest for the perfect cruiser racer. In due course she passed to Ragnvald Jacobsen, re naming her BOJAR, and keeping her from 1941 to 1967. Jacobsen, was also a talented helmsman, winning many regattas in the 5.5 and 6 Metre classes. The current owner has owned her for 28 years, enjoying cruising and classic racing in home waters. BOJAR can be easily sailed by only two people, which is unusual for a yacht of this size and vintage. CONSTRUCTION The hull is built with 30 mm Oregon pine on composite hot dip galvanized steel and wooden frames. Keel stem and sternpost are of oak and steam bent ribs of elm. The keel weight and displacement balanced at approximately 50 / 50 render her a very effective up wind boat. BOJAR was built by Anker & Jensen of Oslo, one of the most prestigious yards in Scandinavia using materials and applying craftsmanship of the very highest quality. The deck layout is clean and beautiful, with traditional bronze fittings. The deep and large cockpit is comfortable both at sea and in harbour. The topsides are remarkably smooth and painted with Awlgrip. ACCOMMODATION BOJAR can accommodate 6 to 7 people in 4 cabins. The main accommodation is entered though a companionway and down 3 steps – the vessel’s interior joinery is a mixture of teak and mahogany, but with white painted bulkheads and deck heads contrasting with the varnished mahogany beams, the boat is light and the ambience in keeping with her classic pedigree. The beautifully appointed galley is to port, with ENO 3 burner gas cooker and oven, sink with hot and cold mixer and Isotherm 3200 fridge. There is plenty of storage for utensils and crockery. Opposite to starboard is the generous chart table and navigation area with a single pilot berth extending aft. The main saloon takes full advantage of the BOJAR’S ample beam and sports comfortable single berth settees each side with stowage outboard and below. The substantial drop leaf table provides dining space for at least 8 people. The saloon is curtained off for’ard to reveal the companionway with the heads to starboard with stowage, including wardrobe opposite, thereafter to berths; single to port and double to starboard, Finally there are two single berths each side of the fore peak with substantial stowage below. RIG, SPARS AND SAILS The wood

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Fuel  Hull Material  Beam  Max Draft  Engine Make  Engine Model  Fuel Capacity  Length at Waterline  Length Overall  Holding Tank Size  Water Capacity  Number of Engines

Diesel Wood 10 ft 10 in 8 ft 2 in Yanmar 4JH4E 63 gal 38 ft 10 in 52 ft 6 in 9.25 gal 50.59 gal 1

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