1975 SOLD Fuji 45 Ketch Center Cockpit

The Fuji follows in this tradition of finely designed Alden Yachts. She is of a hull form that traces its model back to the well-known Alden schooners. Compared to most of the current production yachts, the Fuji is a bit narrow. I don’t think it’s narrow, I feel it’s about right for good windward performance. While the Fuji won’t point like an IOR racing yacht, she will move to weather well, to cruising boat standards.

The sheer and other aesthetic treatments on the hull are done with impeccable taste, and the Fuji doesn’t convey the “toy boat” image of some of the other character type designs. In fact, to call the Fuji a character yacht would be wrong. She is a traditional yacht.

The beam on deck is generous. This makes for a very dry boat and has the bonus of affording large side decks and a huge cockpit area. The keel is long but cut away slightly forward to improve maneuverability. There is a slight drag angle to the keel also. This, I think, is also to improve maneuverability. There should be no question as to the Fuji’s ability to track or steer herself. The large transom and the minimum overhang of the mizzen boom would be ideal for attaching a self-steering device. The displacement / length ratio of the Fuji is considerable. This indicates the Fuji is in the heavy displacement area. Very few people can go below a Fuji for the first time without some sort of pleasant exclamation. The woodwork is of a quality that is all but extinct and has to be one of the main selling points of the Fuji. Her builder is Fuji Yacht Builders, Japan. The molding details are the best I’ve seen on a production yacht. Wood lovers will feel right at home. The builder has gone to the trouble of matching all his grains, and the overall impression is beautiful. Review by Robert Perry

Equipment: www.fujiyachts.net

Exterior Video located here: youtu.be/PpRnBfssBr0

Interior Video located here: youtu.be/GhQOgQ3JaWw

Original 1975 Spec Sheet www.fujiyachts.net/fuji45_spec/Fuji 45 Mk II Specifications.pdf

Isuzu - DD-4JG1 60HP Diesel engine 3 blade prop -11/4 inch shaft 4 - 6 volt battery’s (House) 1 - Starter Batt Kyocera KC85TC Water Maker Uniden ES UM625C VHF Icom IC-M802 HF Marine SSB Furuno Radar Standard Horizon depth Signet Knotlog Dripless Shaft Seal Epirb Heavy Duty Dinghy Davits 3 - Solar Panels - 350 watt total Zodiac 6 person Liferaft Diesel - 180 gallons water - 210 gallons Waste - 60 gallon 1 - Engel refrigerator 2 - small freezers Rigid top Bimini with full enclosure Hydraulic Steering - New cylinder Install Autopilot Full Keel 2 cabin/2 head/2 shower arrangement A proven cruiser with Hawaii and Alaska as some of its many ports of call. A Survey from 2016 (appraised value $75,000) is available by request to serious buyers. NOTE: Current Condition - (1) - Hull could use a good wax buffing to restore luster (2) Electronics become obsolete quickly in todays world. New owner will probably wish to update electronics to their own preferences. (3) Monthly dive service has been maintained on the vessel, however the bottom is due for bottom paint, and thru hull servicing. (DIY yards are nearby) (4) Mizzen Mast halyard needs replaced due to chafing. (5) Epirb and liferaft need recertification

Dock Slip is transferable and economical - $550 per Calendar Quarter. Heads/Showers/ Security fencing $55,000