1978, Colvic Watson, 23

Origin Yachts presents: Colvic Watson 23’6” “Pacif” Extensively Upgraded | Long Keel Pilothouse Cruiser | Bow Thruster Origin Yachts are pleased to offer “Pacif”, a 1978 Colvic Watson 23’6” built by Colvic Craft Ltd & F.W. Carrington & Sons. A traditionally styled and heavily constructed GRP long-keel cruiser, she has benefitted from significant structural, mechanical, and electrical upgrades since 2016. This is not a standard example. Major works include ballast replacement with lead ingots, drivetrain renewal, electrical refit, sail upgrades, and the installation of a bow thruster. She presents as a solid and thoughtfully improved coastal cruising yacht. Principal Dimensions • LOA: 7.13m (23’6”) • Beam: 2.65m • Draft: 1.1m • Displacement: Approx. 4 tonnes • Hull: GRP • Keel: Long keel with additional bilge keels Engine & Drive • Yanmar 3GM30F – 27HP diesel (fitted 2001) • Approx. 1,200 hours • Shaft drive • Serviced annually since 2016 Major 2016 works included new engine mounts, shaft, propeller, shaft seal, cutlass bearing, coupling, complete exhaust replacement, renewed fuel system, and replacement through-hull valves. Structural & Electrical Upgrades • Original ballast removed and replaced with sealed lead ingots • Hull reinforcement and additional bilge keels fitted • Vetus bow thruster with dedicated battery • Sterling battery charger & galvanic isolator • Rewired battery systems • 80W solar panel • Shore power fitted Rig & Navigation • Kemp Sails mainsail & genoa (2017) – roller furling • Raymarine SmartPilot X5 Autopilot • Lowrance HDS-5 Chartplotter/Sonar • Lowrance Link 8 DSC VHF with AIS • Garmin GPS & compass • NASA wind & depth • Lewmar Pro 700 electric windlass with 60m chain Accommodation Fore cabin with twin berths (convertible to double), U-shaped saloon seating converting to double berth, galley with two-burner hob & oven, and marine toilet (renewed 2016). Interior improvements include renewed headlining, carpets, curtains, updated windows, and wooden gratings. “Pacif” represents a heavily upgraded example of the Colvic Watson, offering reassuring sea-keeping, practical pilothouse protection, and substantial investment already completed. ???? Location: Poole Yacht Club ???? Richard Court – 07921 003005 ???? richard@originyachts.co.uk