watkins 33 sailboat review

Review of Watkins 33

Basic specs..

The hull is made of fibreglass. Generally, a hull made of fibreglass requires only a minimum of maintenance during the sailing season.

The boat is equipped with 227.0 liter fresh water capacity.

The boat equipped with a masthead rig. The advantage of a masthead rig is its simplicity and the fact that a given sail area - compared with a fractional rig - can be carried lower and thus with less heeling moment.

The Watkins 33 is equipped with a long keel. A full keel provide a better directional stability than a similar boat with a fin keel; on the other hand, better directional stability means also that the boat is more difficult to handle in a harbour with less space.

The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 1.22 - 1.32 meter (4.00 - 4.30 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

Watkins 33 is typically equipped with an inboard Yanmar diesel engine

The fuel tank has a capacity of 114.0 liters (30 US gallons, 25 imperial gallons).

Sailing characteristics

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for Watkins 33 is 1.82, indicating that this boat could - if evaluated by this formula alone - be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 6.9 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Watkins 33 is about 168 kg/cm, alternatively 942 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 168 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 942 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

Sailing statistics

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Watkins Seawolf 33 (considering to purchase)

Discussion in ' Sailboats ' started by Seafarer24 , Nov 12, 2005 .

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I've done a lot of internet searching for various sailboats that are in the 30-40' range, along with a myriad of other requirements. However, I haven't been on many other monohulls besides my '74 Seafarer 24. I found an online ad for a 33' Watkins Seawolf that was being shown locally. The pictures in the ad looked promising so I dug up some online reviews of the boat. One such review showed a profile view and interior layout for the boat. Amazingly, the interior of this boat is almost exactly what I've put on paper as my own interpretation of the ideal layout! I had to see it in person. My search for a future liveaboard/cruising sailboat has finally led me to step foot aboard another boat that I'd actually consider buying. The first thing I did upon going aboard was take a walk around the deck. There was enough room that I didn't have to shuffle, the non-skid held even my hard-soled shoes securely to the deck, and everywhere felt solid underfoot. There was plenty of room to put an 8' dingy on the cabintop. The boom has the in-boom slab reefing setup which I thought a nice touch, as was the cabin-top traveler which spanned a very wide companionway hatch. The cockpit is U-shaped and has plenty of room for 6 people, you could cram 8 in there, I suppose, but why? The seats looked like a good place to sleep with the right cusions.... My first impression upon stepping below (other than how tricky the typically steep companionway steps can be with hard-soled shoes, what was I thinking?) was of space. You see, my head rubs the cabintop of my Seafarer 24 with 5'10" headroom. This Watkins seemed to have around 6'6" of headroom. Even my tall (6'4") brother might be willing to go sailing with me on this boat. The layout that I was so thrilled about... works! Sure, the galley is smaller than I'd like, but it has to be in order to put the quarter berth opposite the sette and thus gain a lee sea-berth on either tack. A comfortable place to sleep for a cramped galley... is a fair compromise I believe. The U-shaped settee is different than my plan of a simple booth, but the table is still big enough for two people to eat a meal at, or four people to drink at and play cards without seeing what the others are holding. I even think my Poker Table Top would fit on there... something I'd never considered before The head with shower is... typical. Not as cramped as soom and not as roomy as others. Across from the head is a hanging locker with shelf above where the current owner had a TV. Perfect place for a TV so everyone at the dinette and settee could see it. The ever-present V-berth was in the bow, set up like a berth on each side, with a filler piece to make it one large bed. With the large hatch above it looked like a great place to store sails Online owner reviews tell of a sturdily built off-shore cruiser with shoal draft (4 feet!) that can be comfortably lived aboard. The hull-liner prevents me from seeing exactly how well everything is "tabbed" together, or even inspecting the chain plates from the inside. I'd consider changing the chainplates to exterior versions if it wasn't cost-prohibitive to do so. Then I could keep a better eye on them. Perhaps there was a locker door that I didn't know to open to find them.... The price for these boats seems to run from the low to high 30s, with this specific vessel priced right in the middle. I'm going to look into financing, I'm going to look around for a good surveyor, and I'm going to put my Seafarer on the market  

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Hi Seafarer if I was you the only Watkins that I only can be purchase was the 37 Center Cockpit. We have one 27 one time and all the watkins have a balsa core problem on the deck. And start making soft spots. I know than at list 3 watkins here with that problem. But the 37 looks more stif. I dont know what kind of boat you are looking for but I gone to put my Columbia 39 Flat Deck for sale on Christmas time just let me know if not I can continue looking here for a boat to you. You are far from Puerto Rico?  

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The Watkins 33 is a 33.08ft masthead sloop designed by W. Tripp/Watkins Yachts and built in fiberglass by Watkins Yachts between 1984 and 1989.

47 units have been built..

The Watkins 33 is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a short water supply range.

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The company was founded by the four Watkins brothers. The first yacht produced was the WATKINS 23 in 1974, similar to the HELSEN YACHTS 22. Rich Watkins obtained permission to duplicate the hull with some modifications from Johannes “Jopie” Helsen, owner of Helsen Yachts. The Watkins brothers commissioned Walter Scott to assist them in designing the WATKINS 27, which was brought out in 1977. Around 1980 the company was taken over by Al Larson, owner of Auroraglas, a boat building company that had been purchased by Watkins Yachts. After this, the company rolled out a number of larger yachts, (WATKINS 25, 32 and 36) all based on tooling that had been purchased from the now defunct Columbia Yachts including the sister Coronado brand. (It should be pointed out, that all these models were significantly modified and it is difficult to determine the similarities of the WATKINS and the earlier Columbia’s even after close inspection) In 1986 the Watkins company was sold to the McLaughlin Body Co. The sailboat line was renamed as ‘SEAWOLF’. But after this, power boats became the main stay of production. From then on only about one or two hulls per month of each of the 3 remaining models were built. The last WATKINS model was produced in 1989.

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> > Please support our sponsors and let them know you heard about their products on Cruisers Forums. 06-06-2014, 09:40   Boat: Kenner Privateer 26 . I plan on and coastal cruising.. eventually island hopping and possibly a little sailing">blue sailing (but not for a while). My other choice is a Tartan 27 - which I know is a superior craft - but it has a lot of to be done while the Watkins is practically turn-key. I'm really not sure I have the for what the Tartan needs right away, but it is sailable until I come up with the to haul her out. So... If I buy the Tartan and do all that she needs done, will I be grateful in the long run to have chosen the more capable vessel... Or will the Watkins suit my needs just fine? In a way, I'd almost prefer the one which needs less at first so that I could start and give attention to the other areas of my life that need it. But I am also very handy, so if it's only a matter of some grease to get the better , then perhaps I should just bite that bullet. My only real worry is that I don't know what other mysteries on the Tartan might arise, whereas the Watkins has recently been hauled and maintained.. Thoughts? 06-06-2014, 09:48   Boat: Pearson 422 . to heavy and not super fast so think the Tartan would be a bit faster. But the Watkins is a very roomy boat and believe it will beat out the Tartan in that regard. One big decider will be the . If the boat is overall good but the worn out then you're looking at some serious costs and down time to address that one. 06-06-2014, 10:07   Boat: Kenner Privateer 26 ? I know the Tartan is a winner in this regard, but is the Watkins competent enough? Is the overbearing? The engine and pretty much everything maintenance-wise is better on the Watkins... 06-06-2014, 10:09   Boat: Kenner Privateer 26 compare to the farryman(sp?)? I believe they're both 12hp, though the Watkins May be an 8... 06-06-2014, 10:12   on your own, beyond just this website and asking questions on other . is your friend, use it. I'd almost prefer the one which needs less at first so that I could start and give attention to the other areas of my life that need it. You answered your own question. It's fine for coastal cruising. If, later as you said, you want to further, then by then you'll know the boat, your abilities and its abilities to do so and make the decision then, not now. Good luck. 06-06-2014, 10:21   will be easier to get for likely... maybe more likely to need them though! haha Is the Yanmar the little horizontal cylinder one? Y series? Not great engines. another deciding factor possibly: is either engine cooled (bad) as opposed to fresh water cooled? - Elmore Leonard 06-06-2014, 10:21   Boat: Kenner Privateer 26 , Stu. Thank you. I think I'm going to go for it. 06-06-2014, 10:38   Boat: Kenner Privateer 26 system, but I do know it's a cylinder. I haven't seen the farryman on the Tartan start yet, but apparently it only needs freeze plugs.. Here's the main issues: Tartan has broken cable and who knows what other issues with the .. So I'll definitely be needing to haul it.. Meaning more $$, which I'm kinda in short supply of right now. Also, both main and are rigged onto furlers.. Not necessarily preferable in my opinion, but easier to single-hand than the Watkins, which requires hoisting both at the - no big deal. I would eventually run the lines back to , etc. the other issue is that I would need to sail the Watkins from Mobile Bay to to get it home, but this would be a nice way to get to know the boat.. So no real problem there, either... Would still cost less than a haul-out (which has recently been done on the Watkins). I guess I'm leaning toward the Watkins. I've done much on both thru , etc.. This forum is actually the last place I've turned before deciding. I've heard enough positive about the Watkins that I think I'm just gonna do it. Thank you all for your input and please continue to keep it coming as I'm still gonna wait a few more days before deciding... Can only spend this once! 06-06-2014, 10:57   - Elmore Leonard 06-06-2014, 10:57   system for the on the Watkins. Maybe even a new jib to go with it! On a 27 foot boat you simply don't need a rf main unless you're seriously physically impaired. Google the engine on the Tartan. I issues with it, besides getting for it. The time you spend in the yard with the T you could be sailing the W home. Mobile Bay to NO? C'mon, that's nothing but FUN! 06-06-2014, 11:01   . I know it costs money but on either boat, even if you aren't surveying, I would want to haul the boat and inspect the bottom. Sometimes you can just hang in the slings for a half hour to give a good look... saves cost of blocking etc. Just sayin'... a bottom blister situation can be troublesome and costly! - Elmore Leonard 08-06-2014, 12:39   Boat: Watkins 27 my Watkins 27 and can attest that it makes an excellent . The 10' beam, standing for my 6'2" frame and berths that I can stretch out in make it so. I've never been aboard a T27 but just comparing the numbers between the two I'd guess, owing to it's drop , the T27 will point higher than the W27 and the is better protected. I suspect that the W27 will ride better (though no boat this size could truly claim to be comfortable in rough seas) and stand up to her better. 08-06-2014, 19:20   Boat: Bayfield 29 or two. Starts within seconds, obviously does not care about quality. One application of Stabil 3 years ago. Shakes the snot out of the boat through vibration at low revs. Great for us for as long as it wants to continue. 09-06-2014, 09:42   - Elmore Leonard 10-06-2014, 21:03   Boat: Watkins 29' with encased ballast, no to worry about. Not fast sailers though easily handed and a comfortable ride. The rig is strong and the wire size was oversized from the factory. If it's powered with the ysm8 it is dreadfully slow under and will struggle in a good , the good news is it sips , a tank of fuel will go a long way. If the bites the dust I would go with an elect start 15hp mounted on a good bracket. I was aboard a 27' with that set up and it really moved the boat well, you can then get rid of the and pick up some good space and also get rid of the prop that creates a lot of drag.. The are very close in size to 27 so sails are readily available. Things to look for.. Check the post, especially in the . Soft fore , soft sole. Main bulkhead in the . post support on the underside of the cockpit sole. On my last 27 one of the previous owners used 1-1/2" screws to mount the base in the sump, this caused a leak into the encased which consists of a ballast of concrete and scrap , the water froze and cracked the skin on the . These boats are getting old and every production boat of this vintage will have similar issues. All in all they are pretty stout boats and will serve you well, they are very comfortable for their size and usually priced right, there is also a pretty active owners group. Thread Tools Rate This Thread : Posting Rules post new threads post replies post attachments edit your posts is are code is are are are Similar Threads Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post dupek Monohull Sailboats 10 14-09-2015 09:44 dupek Monohull Sailboats 0 07-08-2011 05:32 kaadkins Monohull Sailboats 1 22-06-2011 01:56 ThunderGod Monohull Sailboats 0 02-09-2010 01:33 munkey906 Construction, Maintenance & Refit 2 16-03-2010 17:11 No Threads to Display. - - - - - - - Privacy Guaranteed - your email is never shared with anyone, opt out any time. Forum Listing Marketplace Advanced Search All Topics Sailing Cruising Under Sail SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, maintenance, and more! Watkins 27 thoughts and advice Add to quote So I have been following this website for a while. Tons of useful information and helpful folks all centered around sailing and making it more fun. I have been specifically looking at all the Watkins 27 threads I can find here. However, I still have a few questions as a prospective W27 owner. Let me first go into my plans for the W27 I will be obtaining; I haven't sailed in a long time, (formally learning to sail in high school on little chrysler open tops with bilge keels; don't even remember the model, and not since). This will not only be my first boat I have owned, but my first large non open topper. I plan to fix a few things on her, then, taking her out in the local inlets and protected water until I get a feel for her. I guess I will go from there. She is located on Long island. She needs rub rail repair/ replacement; any thoughts, tips, or how to on that would be appreciated as well. My ultimate goals are to sail down the East Coast of the US to Florida and maybe the Bahamas… again when the time comes will have this figured out. But would also like to eventually get into Blue Water Cruising. Lots of threads mentioned how incapable this specific vessel is at Blue Water Sailing. So, with all that in mind I think this isn't a bad boat to start getting back into sailing, possibly living aboard on, and working on her up to my goals. Your thoughts are appreciated *hold the sugar coatings* and here are some of my specific questions; 1) I am looking at possibly a later model w27, any thoughts on upgrades, things to look out for, (this question has been beaten to to death, but it doesn't hurt to ask). any upgrade advice, experience, and or "how to" would all be appreciated. *specifically upgrades and modifications really, read the stuff to look out for such as saggy inner rot decking and all that*. 2) As a potential live aboard it looks like an OK choice, especially for someone getting into sailing after having not for so long; any handling thoughts and tips from those owners out there? 3) I noticed over and over in some of the threads that this was not a "blue Water" cruiser. I now know what that term means and have seen the "stepped mast" noted a few times as a reason for that. Are there any modifications that might be done to make this vessel blue water ready? 4) Ok this might be a shot in the dark, but any one who could specifically name a few CURRENT and KNOWN live aboard friendly marinas on the North East coast with ball park prices would be awesome. Specific areas; NJ, NY, PA. Thanks to all of you who have posted and responded to threads on here, GREAT INFO! and a thanks to all of you who give my post a look   Welcome aboard and great choice in boats there are a couple active members here that sail the w27's Where's deltaten when ya need him he should be along soon to talk to you   Deltaten, Newhaul, Thanks for the fast responses guys! Deltaten, what do you mean buy "not the build so much as the size". Is this referring to the boat just not having enough space for a blue water voyage? Honestly if there were a few things I could do to the boat over the years to make her blue water capable I would do it, even if not going off shore. But if it is like you said, and just no way to change those things, I might eventually upgrade to something else in the future. My "blue water" plans were to maybe go South Pacific/ polynesia in the future. Or where ever I fancy when i was confident and capable with my sailing experience; Don't worry a LONG ways away so not shoving off just yet. And like the two of you pointed out, everyone seems to have great stuff to say about this boat. As for the engine, well…. she turns over, that is all. I am not too worried about the engine as my father used to work on marine diesels… and seems to be as excited about this project boat as I am. I think the engine will be covered so long as I don't have any cracked heads or scored cylinders. Does anyone know a good marine source for parts for this specific engine? I was also wondering if anyone had experience with the Horsepower vs fuel consumption curve. I understand the higher horse power Yanmar, (15-18hp) is better in a rough condition, but will also change your range for the same fuel tank. Wondering if anyone has experience with the 15-18hp Yanmars in the Watkins 27 and would like to share their thoughts on range vs. Power, *Data appreciated*.   Here's a source for great info the Watkins owners page Watkins Owners Home Page   Welcome to Sailnet. Agree with others, the W27 was never designed to be a blue water boat and no amount of modifications will change that. Now coastal cruising, sure, go for it. Even going over to the Bahamas should be fine as most of the islands are really pretty close to Florida. Use the boat for this and you'll be fine. After a couple years of experience and if you still want to sail the Pacific, dig DEEP into your pockets and buy a boat made for that purpose. Just a question...why so intent on a W27? How about posting a link to the boat you are looking at.   There are several on sailboatlistings in the new York area under 5 k one even has an outboard on it kinda scares me   why does the one with the outboard scare you? is that the one I saw on there for 600? they had some pictures if you cold tell me what you think of it from those I would appreciate it.   This post has been deleted William1989 said: why does the one with the outboard scare you? . Click to expand... Oh ok, that might be the same boat I am getting, the owner wanted to sell the outboard but I opted to keep the boat more original and get the inboard Yanmar up and running again. It sounds more and more like the thing needs glow plugs replaced.   Hey there Will....great choice on a costal cruiser...i owned and lived on an 81 w27 for four years....sailed from Delaware down the coast to the Bahamas and back twice...little over 5000nm said and done...only reason I sold her was I had an offer come along I couldn't refuse...they need that yanmar inboard to do the trip...it's a heavy boat and some of the currents/inlets down the ICW and in the Bahamas require that power and reliability...fairly easy to maintain and small enough most parts are under $500...lol...torresen marine of Michigan is where I always got my parts...fuel consumption headed down the ICW running 10-12 hrs a day about 5kts I would get around 10nm per gallon...as far as getting it started, the fact she turns over is a great start...I would get the service manual...check oil...bleed fuel lines and give her a go...those engines are simple but HATE any amount of air in the fuel lines....it once took me over 45min to get all the air out and her to fire back up...When I was in between trips I stripped down the inside replacing everything from head to counter top to stove, LEDs throughout...outfitted with davits, solar, battery banks, etc....ANY info or questions you have feel free to PM....also check out my blog from the most recent trip to the Bahamas if you want an idea what it can be like.... Great Mysterious   Hey all, I would like to thank everyone for their comments and thoughts. Unfortunately the deal fell through and at last minute before I went up to sign the papers to move the W27, and move her to the marina 1 block away, she was scraped. On the bright side, after reading everything you guys have mentioned. I might try and finally build a smaller craft that is blue water worthy. Looking at Hartley and Bruce Roberts design. So I assume this will warrant a new thread, but thought I would let everyone know the "Watkins 27 thoughts" was essentially over since the deal ended. Would love to keep hearing from you guys and maybe get some advice on which blue print was simple enough for a newbie to build *looking at something with fiberglass, or fiberglass over minimal wood*. Again looking for something that could one day handle blue water adventures, but for now handle costal and maybe the Bahamas. Cheers, William P.S. Thanks for all the advice Dolby, My dad thought the same about the engine, he worked for NY waterways and Cummins and had experience with the same problems. The glow plugs on smaller engines also give the non starting symptoms this one had.   ?             176K members Top Contributors this Month 352 IMAGES WATKINS 33 1987 Watkins 33 Sail Boat For Sale 1987 Watkins 33, Kemah Texas 1984 Watkins 33, Charlotte Vermont 1986 Watkins 33 Sailboat for Sale in Belleair Bch, FL 1988 Watkins 33 Sailboat for Sale in Rubonia, FL COMMENTS WATKINS 33 The WATKINS 33 is a modified version of the WATKINS 32 (which, in turn, derived from the COLUMBIA 32). The transom was changed from nearly vertical to a more reversed style as well as a number of changes to the interior. ... A sail area/displacement ratio below 16 would be considered under powered; 16 to 20 would indicate reasonably good ... Watkins Naval architect Ted Brewer reviewed the Watkins 29 last year in Good old Boat magazine. His conclusion was that while this boat was designed as a coastal cruiser with proper preparation and an experienced crew it could make blue water passages. This is typical of the Watkins line. While Watkins stopped making boats in 1990, there is a devoted ... Watkins 33 I want input on a watkins 32 sail boat . And if a guy can sail an old lobster boat around the world with no g. P s . Or any electronics .i dont wont to be told to buy a boat that cost hundreds of thousands of dollers . Ive took a 21 foot cris, scorpian off shore 50 miles all night many times .i dont want to race. Watkins 33 paulk. 5670 posts · Joined 2000. #2 · Mar 30, 2022. Looks like a nice boat: SailboatData.com - WATKINS 33 Sailboat . Welcome to Sailnet! Some other online commentaries mention problems with deck core saturation and delamination. Make sure your surveyor does a thorough check. Like. Watkins 33 Watkins 33 is a 33′ 0″ / 10.1 m monohull sailboat designed by W. Tripp/Watkins Yachts and built by Watkins Yachts between 1984 and 1989. ... (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33) D: Displacement of the boat in pounds; LWL: Waterline length in feet; LOA: Length overall in feet; Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet; 27.43 <20 ... Review of Watkins 33 Review of Watkins 33. Basic specs. The Watkins 33 is a sailboat designed by the American maritime architect William H. Tripp, Jr. together with Watkins Yachts in the mid eighties. Less than 100 boats have been produced. The Watkins 33 is built by the American yard Watkins Yachts Inc.. Watkins Seawolf 33 (considering to purchase) I found an online ad for a 33' Watkins Seawolf that was being shown locally. The pictures in the ad looked promising so I dug up some online reviews of the boat. One such review showed a profile view and interior layout for the boat. Amazingly, the interior of this boat is almost exactly what I've put on paper as my own interpretation of the ... Watkins 33 The Watkins 33 is a recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with wood trim. It has a masthead sloop rig, a raked stem, a reverse transom, a skeg -mounted rudder controlled by a wheel and a fixed fin keel. It displaces 11,200 lb (5,080 kg) and carries 5,500 lb (2,495 kg) of ballast. [1] [4] Watkins 33 The Watkins 33 is a 33.08ft masthead sloop designed by W. Tripp/Watkins Yachts and built in fiberglass by Watkins Yachts between 1984 and 1989. 47 units have been built. The Watkins 33 is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. Thoughts on a Watkins 36 Advertise Here. Interested in folks' thoughts on a Watkins 36. Doesn't seem to be a whole lot of information out there, at least on this size Watkins. This would be serving as a blue water cruiser for us. Thanks in advance. I have a Watkins 27 and can say it is the best boat of it's size I have been on as far as size of living area and head ... Watkins 32/33 Home Page The boat is sloop rigged with a 4 draft and a skeg mounted rudder. Standard items includes diesel engine, pressure water, shower, six opening ports on the W32 and ten on the W33, and shore power. The galley is aft and to starboard with a sink, 2 burner stove, icebox and storage. There is a hanging locker opposite of the head forward. 1984 Watkins 33, New Orleans Louisiana Watkins 33 for sale in New Orleans Louisiana. View pictures and details of this boat or search for more Watkins boats for sale on boats.com. ... Boat Reviews. Hunter 33: A Stronger, Roomier Production Sailboat. Zuzana Prochazka. June 27, 2012. Boat Reviews. Perry Design Review: Hunter 33.5. Bob Perry. September 13, 2000. Watkins 33 Boat Review Forum. SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, maintenance, and more! Watkins 33. Jump to Latest 3K views 1 ... Watkins Yachts 13 sailboats built by Watkins Yachts. The company was founded by the four Watkins brothers. The first yacht produced was the WATKINS 23 in 1974, similar to the HELSEN YACHTS 22. Rich Watkins obtained permission to duplicate the hull with some modifications from Johannes "Jopie" Helsen, owner of Helsen Yachts. Boat: 1987 Watkins / Seawolf 33 1987 Watkins / Seawolf 33. This Watkins / Seawolf sailboat has a hull made of fiberglass and has an overall length of 33.08 feet. The beam (or width) of this craft is 102 inches. This sailboat is rigged as a Sloop. The sail area for the boat is 470 square feet. Approximate displacement for the vessel comes in at around 11200 pounds. Watkins boats for sale Watkins. There are presently 4 yachts for sale on YachtWorld for Watkins. This assortment encompasses 0 brand-new vessels and 4 pre-owned yachts, all of which are listed by knowledgeable yacht brokers predominantly in United States. Models currently listed on YachtWorld span in size and length from 25 feet to 33 feet. Type of yachts by Watkins Watkins 27... Should I go for it? Product / Service Reviews; Electronics: Comms / AV; Electrical: Batts / Gen / Solar; ... But the Watkins is a very roomy boat and believe it will beat out the Tartan in that regard. ... Monohull Sailboats: 0: 02-09-2010 01:33: Watkins 27 Rudder Removal: munkey906: Construction, Maintenance & Refit: 2: Watkins Yachts The company was founded by the four Watkins brothers. The first yacht produced was the WATKINS 23 in 1974, similar to the HELSEN YACHTS 22. Rich Watkins obtained permission to duplicate the hull with some modifications from Johannes "Jopie" Helsen, owner of Helsen Yachts. The Watkins brothers commissioned Walter Scott to assist them in designing the WATKINS 27, which was brought out in ... What can you tell me about Watkins jameswilson29. 2150 posts · Joined 2009. #7 · Oct 11, 2012 (Edited) The PHRF ratings are a good indication of relative speed differences: PHRF New England - Handicapping - Base Handicaps. According to the N.E. PHRF, the Cat 30 is 180, the Cal 29-2 is 183 and the Watkins 29 is 219, and the Pearson 10M is 135 or 141. Watkins 33 sailboats for sale by owner. Watkins 33 preowned sailboats for sale by owner. Watkins 33 used sailboats for sale by owner. WATKINS 32 40 to 50 indicates a heavy bluewater boat; over 50 indicates an extremely heavy bluewater boat. Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam^1.33), where displacement is expressed in pounds, and length is expressed in feet. Capsize Screening Formula (CSF): Designed to determine if a boat has blue water capability. Watkins 23 or 23XL 18 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Jul 7, 2015. The difference between the two is the XL has about a foot more headroom than the 23. The 23XL has a step just inside the companion way. Another difference is the 23 does not have a finished cabin. In the 23 you see rough finished fiberglass rather than a finished look to the fiberglass. Watkins 27 thoughts and advice Agree with others, the W27 was never designed to be a blue water boat and no amount of modifications will change that. Now coastal cruising, sure, go for it. Even going over to the Bahamas should be fine as most of the islands are really pretty close to Florida. Use the boat for this and you'll be fine. catamaran gulet motorboat powerboat riverboat sailboat trimaran yacht