1960 Hunter 44'

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Maybe this category will work better. I am involved in a 1960 Hunter 44' project boat. This thing is not a wreck! It was gorgeous when torn down for refinishing, The brightwork is fabulous. The only downside to this boat is that the old gas engines and generator are toast, but then again, gas has no place on a large boat like this anyway. The expense will be large, but a pair of 671's or 3406 Cats would make this one together cruiser. All the high dollar woodies out there have diesel power. The new diesels don't smoke, and good insulation will take care of any noise issues. With powerful engines, the cruising speed will get somewhere near reality, while using minimal fuel.

My question is, does anyone out there know anything about this company? The workmanship is just flawless, it's well appointed, and has a sweet classic style. She was built in Suisun Bay California, which at the time was the graveyard for all the WWII Navy ships. I remember piloting my Dad's Chris Connie between the old monsters when I was 5or6 years old. I've been on the water since about 2 years of age, and only like woodies! Been there, done glass, prefer slivers of wood to glass fur. Itch itch itch.

The only thing Hunter I can find on the web is Hunter sailboats, and they are on the east coast. My inquiry is of historic interest only. This boat will be my new home, and hopefully, will be used to cruise up and down the coast of Washington, Canada, and Alaska.

Thanks, Doc

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Maybe this category will work better. I am involved in a 1960 Hunter 44' project boat. This thing is not a wreck! It was gorgeous when torn down for refinishing, The brightwork is fabulous. The only downside to this boat is that the old gas engines and generator are toast, but then again, gas has no place on a large boat like this anyway. The expense will be large, but a pair of 671's or 3406 Cats would make this one together cruiser. All the high dollar woodies out there have diesel power. The new diesels don't smoke, and good insulation will take care of any noise issues. With powerful engines, the cruising speed will get somewhere near reality, while using minimal fuel.

My question is, does anyone out there know anything about this company? The workmanship is just flawless, it's well appointed, and has a sweet classic style. She was built in Suisun Bay California, which at the time was the graveyard for all the WWII Navy ships. I remember piloting my Dad's Chris Connie between the old monsters when I was 5or6 years old. I've been on the water since about 2 years of age, and only like woodies! Been there, done glass, prefer slivers of wood to glass fur. Itch itch itch.

The only thing Hunter I can find on the web is Hunter sailboats, and they are on the east coast. My inquiry is of historic interest only. This boat will be my new home, and hopefully, will be used to cruise up and down the coast of Washington, Canada, and Alaska.

Thanks, Doc

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Maybe this category will work better. I am involved in a 1960 Hunter 44' project boat. This thing is not a wreck! It was gorgeous when torn down for refinishing, The brightwork is fabulous. The only downside to this boat is that the old gas engines and generator are toast, but then again, gas has no place on a large boat like this anyway. The expense will be large, but a pair of 671's or 3406 Cats would make this one together cruiser. All the high dollar woodies out there have diesel power. The new diesels don't smoke, and good insulation will take care of any noise issues. With powerful engines, the cruising speed will get somewhere near reality, while using minimal fuel.

My question is, does anyone out there know anything about this company? The workmanship is just flawless, it's well appointed, and has a sweet classic style. She was built in Suisun Bay California, which at the time was the graveyard for all the WWII Navy ships. I remember piloting my Dad's Chris Connie between the old monsters when I was 5or6 years old. I've been on the water since about 2 years of age, and only like woodies! Been there, done glass, prefer slivers of wood to glass fur. Itch itch itch.

The only thing Hunter I can find on the web is Hunter sailboats, and they are on the east coast. My inquiry is of historic interest only. This boat will be my new home, and hopefully, will be used to cruise up and down the coast of Washington, Canada, and Alaska.

Thanks, Doc