Thank you so much Jim! Oh nice! I must say, the Whaleback has always been at the top of the list for me. I went on my first and only one at a Trawlerfest about 12 years ago and fell in love with it. I hope to get invited aboard one again in the future. Thanks so much for watching
@@AquaCultured we are currently in Canada doing the Loop. Will be back in Key West for the winter. I can reach out to you when we pass by the Florida West coast in early December.
I owned this boat years ago. Fantastic vessel, but it is a Krogen 44 NOT an AE. 44 AEs have numerous small changes from this model, including stairs instead of a ladder to the flybridge on the wide body, a quick way to visually ID them. Regardless, one of the best built, most practical cruisers (if there is such a thing?) ever built. Absolutely loved her.
Thanks very much for that clarification, Jeff! You are absolutely correct, it is certainly hard to beat this vessel in capability and practicality. Thanks so much for watching and contributing
Beautiful vessel! She's been well loved. No wonder the owner decided to keep her. 4400 miles on 850 gallons? I'm jealous. I have a 400 mile range with 200 gallons. On my 1967 GB 36.
Great tour. Congrats on the sale of the Defever, the 44 is one of my favs. However there is no shortage of well kept Krogens (owners have $$ usually and they are made well)- Actually the Island Trader next door was impressive as they are often let go and frankly build quality was questionable. Good luck with your next boat- as we say "two best days for boat owners" and you get them close together- hahhahaa enjoy.
Thanks much Ed! That Island Trader you saw is hands down the best one I have seen. I will hopefully have a Yacht Tour edition of that vessel as well. The best days in my eyes is the day when you buy a boat and then the day when you buy the next boat.
That is a very good question! This vessel does not have a get home drive or engine. There is of course reasoning to have and to not have one. Many folks will state that their get-home was useless because when you have a high quality single main, it is easier to access and maintain the engine, thus making it so reliable that the get-home engine or drive never get's used other than to test it and it just takes up unnecessary space and is something else that you have to maintain and service. But of course, it can be unsettling thinking about your one and only engine becoming disabled, rendering you dead in the water. I am sure the folks that had a get-home that got them home would be in the camp to tell you that they would not have a single engine boat without a get-home. Thank you for watching and contributing with a very good query.
Amazing vessel. One of my favorites and this one may be the best I have seen. The lithium/Victron install looks like possibly work of "The Yacht Riggers" in St Pete? I saw a spare class T zip tied to the holder and instructions and labels? If the owner did that himself ...kudos to him. Everything about the boat is great. Love these videos. But I will say I was HIGHLY disappointed by one aspect! I thought for sure you were going to announce this was YOUR new boat. 😪
This is definitely a special vessel! The lithium/victory install was done by the reputable Charlie Johnson, a very fastidious marine electrical engineer. Haha! Sorry to let you down! If only I had a few more hundred thousand dollars in the account. Thank you so much for your continued support, kind words, and contribution
@@AquaCultured Yes..I know of the world famous Charlie Johnson! Its some amazing work on that install for sure! Top notch! I hope the owner, who is no longer selling, gets to enjoy his boat and im sure he will be glad he held on to it. Its a gem.
What an amazing boat and in what a great condition. Looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me to bring our boat to that condition. What was the asking price for this one, just so that I have a reference ?
Rather have an aluminum toe rail with holes as in a sailboat for utility teak toe rails are for boat shows . In fact a lot of appearance items on any boat are just for boat show sales . I ought to know I have owned two sailboat distributor companies. If you are a newbie always take an old salt dog like me you a show . Because I will steer you clear of feature shoals that would make life on board less pleasant 😎
Teak toe rails are for show/boatshows for sure! I love the way they look but I don’t love the upkeep. I can understand and appreciate the preference toward utilitarianism rather than looks to sell and show off. Thanks for watching
This boat is gorgeous! Loved the video thank you! We are new to Trawlers and looking to discover the best brand and length vs age and price that works for us. Can you tell me around what price range to expect for a vessel like this?
I have always had good luck with www.fiftytosixtyfootwoodencargovessels.com. Sorry, practicing my dad jokes. But all kidding aside, I haven’t the foggiest of where to find such vessels
Great tour of a fine example of a Kady Krogen. Built like a tank but with all the refinement one could ask for. Ive always loved them.
Thank you brother! Since my love for trawlers began, this make has always been a top pick for me!
Great presentation. We own and live on a 48’ KK Whaleback. The KK’s is truly a solid boat, and the KK community is very welcoming and supportive.
Thank you so much Jim! Oh nice! I must say, the Whaleback has always been at the top of the list for me. I went on my first and only one at a Trawlerfest about 12 years ago and fell in love with it. I hope to get invited aboard one again in the future. Thanks so much for watching
@@AquaCultured we are currently in Canada doing the Loop. Will be back in Key West for the winter. I can reach out to you when we pass by the Florida West coast in early December.
@@jimreid67 that would be great!
Great to hear,
Would Love to see that happen...
If you go by Virginia, our Love is with you...
I spent my teenage years on a whaleback down here in socal. Very clever boat.
Love Kadey Krogens!
Beautiful vessel. Previous owner did a very nice job.
The owner has taken really good care of that boat. It also feels a LOT bigger than 44 feet.
Indeed on both fronts! Thanks for watching!
Mint omg no expense sparred amazing boat so much in 44
No expense spared is a very true statement
I owned this boat years ago. Fantastic vessel, but it is a Krogen 44 NOT an AE. 44 AEs have numerous small changes from this model, including stairs instead of a ladder to the flybridge on the wide body, a quick way to visually ID them.
Regardless, one of the best built, most practical cruisers (if there is such a thing?) ever built. Absolutely loved her.
Thanks very much for that clarification, Jeff! You are absolutely correct, it is certainly hard to beat this vessel in capability and practicality. Thanks so much for watching and contributing
Beautiful vessel! She's been well loved. No wonder the owner decided to keep her.
4400 miles on 850 gallons? I'm jealous. I have a 400 mile range with 200 gallons. On my 1967 GB 36.
This vessel has most definitely been loved and pampered! And that range is quite incredible. Thanks for watching Tim
I ❤ your presentation so much, I've subscribed. I wish all presentations could be like this. Great boat
Wow, thanks so much for the nice compliment! And welcome aboard!
Gosh love this boat. Nice job showing it
Thank you so much Mike. Showing such a great boat makes me happy
Nice presentation. Thank you.
Great tour. Congrats on the sale of the Defever, the 44 is one of my favs. However there is no shortage of well kept Krogens (owners have $$ usually and they are made well)- Actually the Island Trader next door was impressive as they are often let go and frankly build quality was questionable. Good luck with your next boat- as we say "two best days for boat owners" and you get them close together- hahhahaa enjoy.
Thanks much Ed! That Island Trader you saw is hands down the best one I have seen. I will hopefully have a Yacht Tour edition of that vessel as well. The best days in my eyes is the day when you buy a boat and then the day when you buy the next boat.
Nice boat
Completely agree. Thanks for watching!
Incredable❤❤❤
Beautiful vessel! One question, does it have a get home drive or engine? Or something equivalent?
That is a very good question! This vessel does not have a get home drive or engine. There is of course reasoning to have and to not have one. Many folks will state that their get-home was useless because when you have a high quality single main, it is easier to access and maintain the engine, thus making it so reliable that the get-home engine or drive never get's used other than to test it and it just takes up unnecessary space and is something else that you have to maintain and service. But of course, it can be unsettling thinking about your one and only engine becoming disabled, rendering you dead in the water. I am sure the folks that had a get-home that got them home would be in the camp to tell you that they would not have a single engine boat without a get-home.
Thank you for watching and contributing with a very good query.
Amazing vessel. One of my favorites and this one may be the best I have seen. The lithium/Victron install looks like possibly work of "The Yacht Riggers" in St Pete? I saw a spare class T zip tied to the holder and instructions and labels? If the owner did that himself ...kudos to him. Everything about the boat is great. Love these videos. But I will say I was HIGHLY disappointed by one aspect! I thought for sure you were going to announce this was YOUR new boat. 😪
This is definitely a special vessel! The lithium/victory install was done by the reputable Charlie Johnson, a very fastidious marine electrical engineer.
Haha! Sorry to let you down! If only I had a few more hundred thousand dollars in the account.
Thank you so much for your continued support, kind words, and contribution
@@AquaCultured Yes..I know of the world famous Charlie Johnson! Its some amazing work on that install for sure! Top notch! I hope the owner, who is no longer selling, gets to enjoy his boat and im sure he will be glad he held on to it. Its a gem.
What an amazing boat and in what a great condition. Looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me to bring our boat to that condition. What was the asking price for this one, just so that I have a reference ?
@@davedavids9619 it was around $850k
Hi. Is there any chance the owner is having second thoughts about selling? I would love to talk to him (or you). Very interested. Thanks. - Mike
Lovely ship! No wing engine! It’s like 0:30 range anxiety on an electric car.
I'm curious what your day job is that allows you to live this lifestyle.
Is this boat for sale? If so how much?
Loaded id like the 58
Love the 58!
It's a beautiful trawler. You are way over-selling it. Chill and let that magnificent vessel speak for itself.
Hard not to get excited about something you are passionate for. Thanks for watching!
Dream Boat
Yeah buddy
Don't show her underway? Why knott?
10:28 agree
Roger that!
request Nordhavn or Bering
I would love to do a tour of both!
Rather have an aluminum toe rail with holes as in a sailboat for utility teak toe rails are for boat shows . In fact a lot of appearance items on any boat are just for boat show sales . I ought to know I have owned two sailboat distributor companies. If you are a newbie always take an old salt dog like me you a show . Because I will steer you clear of feature shoals that would make life on board less pleasant 😎
Teak toe rails are for show/boatshows for sure! I love the way they look but I don’t love the upkeep. I can understand and appreciate the preference toward utilitarianism rather than looks to sell and show off. Thanks for watching
I WAS LOVING IT TILL YOU SAID JOHN DEER🙅♂😵💫 IS THAT IN ALL OF THAT MAKE 🚢
@@gypsyvrod bad experience I take it?
Jd industrial/marine engines are solid, as far as I know.
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@@MarkBarrack that’s what I hear
@@gypsyvrod during covid union workers won their negotiations. Are the layoffs and relocation the result? Right to repair is an issue for sure.
Need a DeFever 53POC
I can agree on that
Is this for sale?
It was for a brief amount of time but was taken off the market.
This boat is gorgeous! Loved the video thank you! We are new to Trawlers and looking to discover the best brand and length vs age and price that works for us. Can you tell me around what price range to expect for a vessel like this?
Single engine on a boat that size?
Oh yeah, there are much larger single engine vessels out there, it is quite common.
43,140 lb approximately 19,400 kg, or 19,5 tons... Definitely not a 1,134 kg which actually little bit over 1 ton.
I’m looking for a fifty to sixty foot wooden cargo vessel, can you give me some names or web sites please 😊
I have always had good luck with www.fiftytosixtyfootwoodencargovessels.com. Sorry, practicing my dad jokes. But all kidding aside, I haven’t the foggiest of where to find such vessels
What is the price?
It was only briefly on the market, so it is not for sale at this time
No link to a listing in the description. Why bother?
The boat was initially for sale and then the owner took it off the market, hence no link. I did mention this in the video
did I see only one head ??
Yep, only one head
Not interested RUclips. Economics
Single head and no pony engine.
Let alone a JD engine....sorry, pass.
@@JRotten it’s not for everyone, thanks for watching