Holiday 47

Designed by the legendary Sparkman & Stephens naval architecture firm, this substantial cruising sailboat represents classic American yacht design from the late 1980s. Built by Holiday Boat in the Philippines starting in 1988, only six examples of this distinctive vessel were ever constructed, making it a rare find in today's market. The boat's proportions reveal a serious offshore cruiser, with nearly 47 feet of overall length riding on a moderate displacement hull. Her fin keel with rudder mounted on a skeg provides excellent directional stability while maintaining reasonable maneuverability. The masthead sloop rig carries a generous sail plan that should provide good performance in light to moderate conditions. With a comfort ratio of 36.69, this yacht falls squarely into the comfortable cruising category, offering the motion characteristics that make extended offshore passages more pleasant. The capsize screening formula of 1.76 indicates reasonable stability for coastal and offshore work, though not in the most conservative range for extreme conditions. Sparkman & Stephens' reputation for creating seaworthy, well-balanced designs suggests this boat would appeal to serious cruisers seeking a capable platform for extended voyaging. The limited production run adds exclusivity while the proven pedigree of the design office provides confidence in the yacht's fundamental characteristics.

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