1966 AB Telfa Custom King's Cruiser

1966 Custom Kings Cruiser ‘Asgard’ - A Treasured Classic with Modern Updates

Sailing enthusiasts, history lovers, and adventurous spirits, gather round! Meet ‘Asgard’, a legendary 1966 Custom Kings Cruiser steeped in history and seafaring charm, listed for $12,899. With her stunning, fully restored interior and updated amenities, she’s a rare blend of nostalgia and modern-day cruising comfort.

Designed by Tord Sunden, this fiberglass version of the classic wooden AB Telfa King’s Cruiser is a treasure to behold. Slightly larger than the original and hand laid up in 1966, ‘Asgard’ boasts the following dimensions:

LOA: 29.0’ Beam: 8.6’ Draft: 4’ Displacement: Approximately 5,500 lbs. Practical features include a new 15-gallon plastic fuel tank, a 15-gallon stainless water tank, and a 10-gallon plastic holding tank.

In the 70s, the Crockett Brothers skillfully removed the original doghouse and cockpit, building a modern house and cockpit in its place for better headroom and sailing convenience. The second owner purchased her in 1986, and being in the Yacht Repair and Boatbuilding business, he applied his professional skills to meticulously restore and maintain her for over 34 years.

Her mahogany cabin house and cockpit have been fiberglassed over, the decks are foam-core, and the hull is solid laminate, offering robust and reliable sailing.

‘Asgard’ isn’t just a vessel; she’s an embodiment of a rich maritime legacy. This Kings Cruiser sloop has graced the waves of the East Coast and the Caribbean, witnessing untold sunsets and sailing adventures. Whether you envision lazy days exploring the Chesapeake or setting a course for uncharted waters, ‘Asgard’ stands ready to be your loyal companion.

Equipment: Key Features:

Restoration: ‘Asgard’ is more than a vessel; she is a labor of love. Having been in the hands of a seasoned yacht repair and boatbuilding professional for over three decades, every detail of this craft has been well attended to. This laborious work included an entire rebuild, incorporating everything from Keelbolt replacement to comprehensive plumbing updates and a meticulous VE blister repair.

In 2015, a custom, hand-crafted mahogany interior replaced the original one, adding warmth and charm that complements ‘Asgard’s classic appeal. Additionally, the original wooden boom was replaced with a sturdy aluminum one in the same year.

Modern Upgrades & Amenities: While ‘Asgard’ exudes historical charm, she doesn’t fall short on modern conveniences. She was updated in 2014 with an autopilot and electronic systems. The cabin received new, comfortable cushions, and the original butane stove gave way to a reliable Dickinson LPG stove with a Forest Force-10 Heater.

Additional updates include a manual head that’s just three seasons old with fresh hoses, a reliable Richie bulkhead compass, and a secure Danforth anchor with chain and rode on a stainless bow roller. The Lewmar primary winches, along with a canvas mainsail cover and dodger, both four years old, make ‘Asgard’ ready for any voyage.

Following her comprehensive marine survey in August 2020, ‘Asgard’ has received more improvements, including a new water pump, starter, and solenoid installed in 2022 and a new prop shaft in 2021. These enhancements, worth over $5K, ensure her readiness for sailing. The reliable Yanmar diesel engine, top-end, was rebuilt in 2015, and new seacocks and hoses were installed for her protection.

Rigging & Sails: ‘Asgard’ is fully equipped for optimal sailing. Her standing and running rigging, replaced in 2014, complements her array of high-quality sails. These include a 3-year-old main sail, a 10-year-old genoa, a 10-year-old working jib, a spinnaker, and a storm jib. The fresh jib sheets and mainsheet with 6-1 blocks on the main ensure that every journey with ‘Asgard’ is an absolute joy.

Professional Survey: According to a detailed marine survey conducted in August 2020 by a reputable professional in Annapolis, Maryland, ‘Asgard’ has a fair market value of $13,500, and a replacement cost of $210,000. The survey underscores her seaworthy condition and incredible value for her cost.

The ‘Asgard’ is ready to sail right now, but I recommend a fresh coat of bottom paint by the fall and some minor touch-ups, befitting a vessel of her age and history.

Why am I parting with this beauty? My son is preparing for his college journey, and I would like to help support him financially. It will be hard to say goodbye, but I am excited for ‘Asgard’ to embark on new adventures with her new captain.