Custom sailboat for sale - Radford R23M

Radford Ke Ama II is a magnificent luxury cruising yacht designed by Radford (design R23M) and built to Uniform Shipping Laws Code (USLC) Class 2B by Allan Ellis Custom and fitted out by Alloy Engineering and Marine, Ballina N.S.W.

The yacht has always been privately owned and was built and equipped to commercial class

2B survey standards, she was in fact rarely used for commercial purposes, her owners preferring to keep her for their private use.

Ke Ama II Radford R23M has her place amongst internationally renowned Super-yachts. Built and equipped to high spec by the original owner, standards were maintained and equipment upgraded constantly by her second and last owner who has generously donated the vessel to Ocean Voyages Institute (a non-profit) whose mission is to rid the oceans of the scourge of plastic! She has a full time crew and skipper on board at all times, which ensures that she receives ongoing attention and is always handled professionally.

Reminiscent of a time when sailing yachts were built for wealthy and discerning owners, when production boats had not yet made their full appearance to impact the standards of ship building, Ke Ama II displays in every detail the level of expertise necessary to build a boat of this caliber.

From the shipwright skills visible in even the smallest joinery detail, to the expansive use of solid, luxurious timbers, top of the range fittings, leathers, high grade stainless steel, etc. your first sight of Ke Ama II will leave no doubt in your mind that you are looking at a vessel of rare pedigree, which, beneath her graceful lines, possesses immense strength, and whose spacious, luxurious interiors do not compromise on the yacht's seakeeping abilities, ease of handling, speed which all combine to achieve what the owners wanted: a strong, safe, fast yacht, an object of beauty, yet capable of taking them anywhere in the world in absolute luxury.

Captain’s comments aboard Radford R23M Ke Ama II "This is one of the finest sailing/ performance cruising yachts I’ve hadthe pleasure to be aboard." Robust construction and pleasing lines make her comfortable at sea and pretty to look at while on the hook. She is safe and fast. Sail setting and reefing is easily handled by two people. The large fully battened Spectra mainsail is easily managed even in heavy weather.

Due to the laws governing non-profits Ke Ama II is only available on a lease/purchase basis which results in a rare opportunity to acquire this fine yacht for a low down payment with contracted lease payments over 34 months ending in a balloon payment at which time ownership is transferred.