8M CR Classic zu Verkaufen

Description of 8 m CR classic.
8mCR Glæden is a 44 foot classic sailboat, designed by Christian Jensen in 1942 and built at Grimsøykilen Trebåtbyggeri in Skjeberg in 1952. The original name was Veni , and the vessel is known for her many regatta victories. The boat is built with Oregon pine skin, oak in the frame, bow and keel. The vessel is built in a series of five sailboats according to Christian Jensen’s drawings. All of these exist today, Krabat in England, Arabella , Christina and Vinga are at Blommenholm.
The original rig was replaced in 1986 with an aluminum mast, roller boom for reefing and stainless standing rig. In the winter of 1986-87, GLÆDEN was completely restored at Risør Trebåtbyggeri A/S.
The hull: The iron keel was then removed and all bolts in the keel, the bottom log and the bow/stern were replaced with acid-resistant A4 steel. New oak frames were laminated around the mast. The masthead was replaced and the bottom logs below were changed to laminated ring frames that are connected to the oak frames. Bolts between the frame and bottom logs are now acid-resistant. In the hull, screws and bolts were changed to acid-resistant. There is a saw cut between the gangways where a strip has been glued in. The skin has been re-glued and sanded, oiled and painted.
The rudder has been reinforced and the rudder area increased.
Deck and superstructure: The deck is completely new in 1986 and built up with 2 layers of waterproof plywood that are epoxy-glued and nailed to the beams together. One layer of 7 mm teak is glued and stapled (bronze clamp) to the veneer. The footboard with teak wear frame is new. The cockpit is new. The cabin roof has been sanded down, glued with Versatex fabric and restored with new mahogany dolly boards. New skylight over the toilet. All mahogany has been varnished 10 coats with a 2-component polyurethane varnish.
Interior: The toilet was installed in 1986. The saloon and aft bunks have been refurbished. New seat and cushion covers have been sewn. The foredeck and galley have been refurbished.
Equipment/engine: All technical systems are new. New 110L diesel tank. Yanmar
Diesel 4JHE 44Hk engine from 1986 is still on board with a self-adjusting propeller.
The hull of the vessel is reasonably intact from 1952.
She has been well maintained by the same owner for the last 23 years, before being sold to the current owner 2 years ago. Continuously upgraded for easier handling and comfort, and therefore suitable for a family, while retaining the soul of the boat. Glæden has 6 berths; 2 in the bow, 2 in the saloon and 2 aft, as well as a practical galley with two gas burners. New items in recent years including standing rigging, electrical system, acid-proof septic tank, anchor windlass, sailing instruments, mahogany swim ladder, joints, acid-proof 10mm anchor chain, solar panel etc.
Boat space, storehouse and storage can be offered in Norway.
In the 21/22 season, the following have been upgraded on this beautiful yacht:
Thorough treatment below the waterline with antifouling and primer, as well as replacement of wood in recesses in the keel.
Sanding and painting of freeboard
Replaced some plugs in the teak deck
New Max-Prop Classic 3-blade propeller automatic suspension (makes 7 knots at maximum thrust)
Engine service and upgrade of exhaust system
Upgrade of pressurized water system
Replacement of cockpit winches, to Lewmar
Replacement of wire winches on mast with rope winches Lewmar and Dynema rope.
Replacement of mainsail
Upgrade of diesel filling and tank connections
New manual bilge pump with complete Whale Gusher Titan solution
The boat is registered in the Norwegian Ship Register GLÆDEN/LK2667
Broker’s description: A rare opportunity to own one of Norway’s most beautiful 8m CR. In addition, the boat has been upgraded to modern times, with solutions that work today, for good comfort and safety on board. The boat is very well maintained. Glæden will sail well with its deep keel and large sail area.