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Review of the Hunter 44 by Jiho Han

Year built 2004  
Location of boat Deltaville,Va  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Weekends and longer  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? No  
Owner bought the boat in 2003  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? Yes.  
Gear that's been added Garmin GPS. Planning on adding Radar this winter  
Structural or complex improvements No.  
The boat's best features We are a family of seven, and the Hunter is a great family boat. We had a great fall sailing season despite Isabel. The cabin can accomodate weekend trips without a problem. It is however, a great sailing vessel. Very stable on the Bay despite some stiff fall breezes.  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. No problems thus far. I think the aft cabin ceiling is still too low. The engine start key sometimes can get stuck in the start position due to flotation gimick device on the key chain (removed).  
Sailing characterisitcs Very stable in 20-25 knots of wind. Sails well in low breezes. Engine is well matched with comfortable cruising with iron sail at 7-9 knots  
Motoring characterisitcs As above. Very comfortable cruising.  
Liveability Only weekend trips. No problems.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) Great service and reliablity at Norton's.  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any  
Other comments For our first sailboat experience, it has been truly fun and looking forward to 2004.  

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