In the world of classic sailing yachts, there are scores of wonderful boats, many of them designed by Sparkman & Stephens, but there are only a handful that can be considered true “collectable” classics.

BLITZEN, (S&S design # 221), is one of this special group of notable and iconic designs that helped define what many consider to be the golden age of yacht design.

The collaboration of Sparkman & Stephens and the Nevins Yacht Yard in City Island, New York is well known for producing some of the most enduring and sought after sailing yachts in the world.  She was built of the finest materials available and no expense was spared on hardware and equipment.

BLITZEN amassed an impressive race record that spanned 40 years.  She was one of “the boats to beat” in the most prestigious races from New England and Florida to California and the Great Lakes.

The interior layout of the boat has been modified slightly to accommodate family cruising in comfort.

While the current owner has consistently and methodically maintained and upgraded BLITZEN to preserve her structural integrity, she is in need of a significant amount of restoration.  This can be performed over a period of years while continuing to sail during the season or could be tackled all at once as a full refit.

Sparkman & Stephens is very interested in seeing BLITZEN passed on to another caring and devoted owner and will be available to provide as much technical and historical assistance as is required.

Galley:

 The galley is immediately to port as you come down the companionway.  There is a stainless steel four burner propane stove and oven.  Additionally there is a stainless steel sink and a refrigeration box on either side of the stove. 

Nav Station:

Opposite the galley is a full size chart table and Nav station with electrical panels and instruments.

Main Salon:

Settee berths', port & starboard with  Matching upper pilot beths outboard. Each bunk has a pair of long drawers and there are hanging lockers forward of the bunks. 

 Master Stateroom:

 The Master Stateroom is located forward and on the port side.  There is a tapered mattress that follows the hull shape and provides the equivalent of about a full sized bed.  There is a small sink, toilet with upper and lower cabinet storage in the same cabin. 

 Guest Accommodations: 

The guest Stateroom is forward and to starboard. This cabin has twin over/under bunks, a chest of drawers and a separate head and shower.

Engine           Diesel - Yanmar, 88 Turbo. YR. 2000, 888 Hrs. with new exhaust

New 3 blade feathering Maxi Prop

Steering:        Wheel, Edson overhauled 2004

Pumps:          Two Bilge pump systems and new Guzzler Hand pump (not installed­)

Winches:       Paul Luke Racing Grinders two (2);  2- Barient #22, 3 – Barient #28;

2 – Barient #30; 4 spare winches self tailing from Swan, ready to go

Spar:                           Aluminum

Electrical:                   12volt, with new house and starter batteries in 2011. Shore power charger

Ground Tackle:         (1) 40lb. Danforth, (1) 60lb. CQR with chain and rope

Tender:                      One AB Rigid Bottom 14’ with 20HP Mercury

Compass                   6” Constellation

Fire Equipment:       (3) hand held and mounted BC Dry Chemical

Propane:                    New tank and box 2011 with new lines

Sail Inventory:          List forth coming.  There are approximately 15 sails.

Dual mains (cruising and heavy weather),

Cutter rig sails including Yankee, Staysail and various storm sails.

Multiple Spinnakers (5)

Light weather and storm sails

Primary for sails are 135 and Genoa.

All are available for inspection. 2 spinnaker poles

Hull material:                       Double Planked, Mahogany over Cedar, refastened with bronze 1989

 Frames:                      2x2 ¼ Steam bent Oak frames with some laminated

 Decking Material:     Teak overlay on Port Orford Cedar

 Bulkhead:                  Marine grade plywood

New Marine Radio;

Radar -  Furuno 24 Mile

GPS - NorthStar 520 color chart plotter

Depth Sounder – Data Marine

Speed Indicator – Data Marine

• Below is a summary of work done on BLITZEN during the winter of 2010/2011
• New Cabin top (Plywood and dynel over cedar)
• Repairs to deck beams as needed
• New aft face of house
• Drift replacement in house as needed
• New companionway and seahood
• Rebuild butterfly hatch and dorade box
• Rebed a portion of deck hardware. repairs to deck under mast grab bars and port geneoa track, added backing blocks as needed.
• Fabricate and install sister frames in galley (approx 7)
• Ppartially rebuild galley and modify to increase size of storage for cooler
• Install adler barbour 12v refrigerator
• Move battery bank, and install new house and start batteries
• Fabricate new propane locker and install new propane system with new tank, solenoid and control panel.
• Replace cabin sole in galley
• Replace approx 3 planks and refasten a portion of hood end fastening
• Replace sump tank and pump and much of the plumbing leading to it

Please Contact Listing Agent

Harry Morgan CPYB

Off 203-687-4535  email  Cell 516-551-6224