Built between 1965 and 1970 by Pearson Yachts, this substantial ketch represents classic American offshore cruising design from the renowned Alden firm. With only 59 hulls produced during its five-year run, the Countess 44 remains a relatively rare find that appeals to sailors seeking traditional long-distance capability. The masthead ketch rig configuration provides excellent sail handling versatility, particularly valuable for shorthanded offshore passages where the mizzen offers balance and reduces main sail size. Her long keel design delivers exceptional directional stability and seakindly motion in challenging conditions, though at the expense of shallow-water accessibility with her 5.33-foot draft. At 25,000 pounds displacement with 8,000 pounds of ballast, she's built for serious cruising rather than speed, offering the substantial construction and sea-keeping abilities that defined Pearson's reputation during this golden era of American boatbuilding. The generous 109-horsepower engine provides reliable auxiliary power for her substantial displacement. Her comfort ratio of 40.68 and capsize screening value of 1.64 indicate excellent stability and motion comfort for extended offshore work. This is a yacht designed for couples or small crews planning serious coastal and offshore cruising adventures.

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