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Review of the Hunter 37-cutter by Jim Antons

Year built 1979  
Location of boat Newport Oregon  
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 1993  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes  
Gear that's been added 2 gps,ratheon radar,avon tender, 1300 sq. ft spin. new gauges, three blade prop (2qm20 mtr.)  
Structural or complex improvements no  
The boat's best features cutter rig, high fuel milege, sailability,lots of teak, tough old boat, (rammed several bouys)  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. portlights  
Sailing characterisitcs with staysail and one reef, beautiful at sea. three blade prop works much better for manevering. (sp)!  
Motoring characterisitcs above  
Liveability weekends, three weeks was a stretch.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) helpful  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any from a friend, cheap, RIP.  
Other comments Best boat i've owned (6+) there have been small probs., but its worth it.  

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