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Review of the Hunter 42 by Jim Harding

Year built 1997  
Location of boat Chesepeake  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Multi-week coastal cruising  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? No  
Owner bought the boat in 2000  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? Yes  
Gear that's been added A dingy  
Structural or complex improvements  
The boat's best features Everything  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. Location of Zinc for generator is very hard to remove  
Sailing characterisitcs Sailed off-shore .. three days of 35-50 knots and 4 meter seas.. boat performed well..  
Motoring characterisitcs Don't like to motor.. but motor works well  
Liveability Excellent  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) Gregg and others at customer service are very responsive and helpful  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any  
Other comments Great boat