Oyster 575

The Oyster 575 was designed by Rob Humphreys, and the Oyster Design Team, as a direct replacement of the Oyster 56 - a long-range, ocean-going, bluewater cruiser and liveaboard, which can be easily handled by a couple. The 575 is a little more powerful with a longer waterline, deeper keel, increased sail area, and larger fuel tankage. She feels like a 'bigger' yacht, with more headroom and a beam that is carried further aft, enhancing off-wind performance, and allowing a more spacious owner's stateroom. The biggest change was seen on deck with a cockpit which now featured twin wheels, a centreline walkway aft, and distinct working and relaxing areas which are also ideal for children or non-sailors whilst underway.

The first 575 was launched in 2010 and a total of forty-three were launched until production ceased in 2018. The 575 is a proven circumnavigator and consummate ocean cruiser, which offered three different keel options, a standard deep draft, a fixed shoal keel and a 'super shoal' lifting keel. There is also an Extended Transom version, which replaces the sugar scoop with a counter stern, allowing a huge lazarette and deck space aft. Most 575s are rigged as cutters, with a few sloops. The 575 is well-mannered and reassuring, comfortable in all conditions, and with the sort of performance under sail that will keep the most demanding sailor fully engaged.

Pamarzi is hull no. 18 of the 575s, the first to feature 'Seascape' windows to the saloon. She was launched in 2012 and remarkably is still in her original ownership. She has low engine and generator hours, and hydraulic push button furling to her mainsail, genoa, and staysail, allowing genuine shorthanded sail handling from the security of the cockpit. Below decks Pamarzi features maple interior joinery giving her a light and open feel, and she sleeps eight in four cabins. Fully equipped for world cruising with generator, air conditioning, watermaker, and washing machine, Pamarzi would repay an early viewing.