Pocock 38

38ft Pocock Bluewater Cruiser | Proven Offshore Voyager

Registration: Australian and NSW Registered

BLUEWATER PEDIGREE - READY FOR SERIOUS PASSAGE MAKING

*BOUNTY CHILD* is a fast and capable bluewater cruising yacht designed by renowned naval architect Michael Pocock, based on his respected "Blackjack" lineage. Built for offshore performance and short-handed sailing, she has an outstanding cruising history throughout Australia and the South Pacific.

Her voyages include multiple Tasmanian passages, participation in the Hobart Wooden Boat Festival on three occasions, extensive cruising of Fiji, Vanuatu and New Caledonia, a full circumnavigation of Australia, and passages to New Zealand and Indonesia.

This is a genuine offshore yacht with proven ocean miles and a strong reputation for safety, comfort, and performance at sea.

CONSTRUCTION & BUILD QUALITY

Built using advanced cold-moulded timber techniques:

* Strip-planked Western Red Cedar hull with West System epoxy construction
* Laminated timber frames and deck beams
* Light GRP protective skin for durability
* Teak-laid deck with protective coating
* Integrated timber deckhouse and cockpit structure
* International two pack topsides and deckpaint
* Beautiful interior joinery in Celery Top Pine with Ash and Blackbean flooring

A strong, warm, and traditionally crafted yacht with modern protective systems.

ACCOMMODATION - COMFORTABLE OFFSHORE LIVING

Well-laid-out interior designed for extended cruising:

* Portside galley with Broadwater gimballed 3-burner stove, oven and grill
* Opposing navigation station with chart storage
* Spacious saloon with settees and drop-leaf table
* Aft quarter berth and forward V-berth cabin
* Separate head with hot/cold shower and marine toilet system
* Excellent natural light, ventilation, and headroom throughout
* Fridge and separate freezer systems
* Diesel/kerosene bulkhead cabin heater for offshore comfort

A practical, seaworthy interior with excellent storage and liveaboard capability.

SAILING & DECK LAYOUT

Designed for safe short-handed operation:

* Masthead cutter rig with furling headsails
* Dyneema standing rigging (2016)
* Fully battened mainsail with multiple reefing points
* Storm sails and asymmetric spinnaker included
* Furlex furling systems (multiple headsails)
* All control lines led aft to cockpit
* Quality winch setup and deck hardware for offshore use
* Electric anchor windlass with 90m chain (2020)
* Stainless arch with solar and equipment mounting

Easy to handle, even offshore or single-handed.

ENGINE & SYSTEMS

* Yanmar 3YM30 (30hp diesel) - reliable and economical
* Shaft drive with feathering propeller
* Dripless shaft seal (2020)
* Twin alternator charging system
* Approx. 290L total diesel capacity (including keel tank)
* 250L freshwater capacity with hot water system
* Electric and manual bilge pumps
* Upgraded steering and autopilot systems

ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION

Fully equipped offshore navigation suite:

* Raymarine multifunction display with radar
* AIS transceiver
* Wind instruments, depth, and cockpit repeaters
* Coursemaster hydraulic autopilot system
* VHF radio (mast antenna requires replacement)
* Fusion entertainment system with speakers and TV/DVD

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

* Windvane self-steering system for long passages
* Solar charging system
* Cockpit awning and folding table
* Stainless boarding ladder
* Security cameras (partially installed)
* Gas BBQ connection
* Large lazarette storage and practical cockpit layout
* Sailing dinghy with oars, mast sails and 9.9hp Mercury outboard

CONDITION & NOTES

BOUNTY CHILD is a well-found offshore cruising yacht that has been extensively maintained and upgraded over her life. She is considered **cruising-ready**

Please call Christian on Call Now to discuss or arrange an inspection