$24,900 A MINI PB!! 38' Lecomte Northeast 38 Sailboat for sale EP 92  

Miss you Captain Q but so glad we had you for all of those great episodes.

I really love you guys. The eloquence of language by the captain, his knowledge of seemingly everything around the older boats, your excellent symbiotic partnership, the choice of boats you present, the subtle sense of humour that's interjected almost nonchalantly, ..., great show... thank you ever so much.

Love the Captain….his enthusiasm for sailing vessels is contagious.

Thank you guys for showing us all these fine sailboats and the history lessons to boot. Much appreciated.

We’re moving from Netherlands to Australia, the packers have just arrived, the house has a mess and I have a coffee and watching you. Just got a stern raising of the eyebrows from my husband (non-sailor) as he walked past busy, and then he heard Captain Qs voice and said - ‘oh him… what do you need, another 15mins?’

Captain Q, In 1985 I bought a fully equipped Northeast 38; newly overhauled Volvo diesel engine / 8 bags of sails just back from being checked by a sailmaker / inflatable dinghy / galley with three burner stove & oven / pots / pans /plates /silverware / engine spare parts / boat spare parts / extra steering system cable / radio / depth sounder / log / etc. from a Hamburg Yacht Club. Since I was buying it unseen, I made an offer of DM 50K (DM 4.30 = $1.00) with a goodly allowance for the "unknowns". My wife and I picked up our new toy in Hamburg and spent 5 weeks sailing in Denmark to find out what kinds of problems I had bought. Mostly small stuff, except our final trip from Denmark, hard on the wind in heavy rain. It was a long cold, wet slog to windward to Kiel. When we tied up at the Olympic Harbor in Kiel I was coiling lines and clearing up the cockpit when my wife yelled something from down below. I asked, "what did you say...? and her answer was, "tonight we sleep in a hotel " She told me that our forward cabin mattresses were soaking wet with seawater from the leaking forward hatch. The main thing the boat lacked was TLC. Nobody (they went on 6 man cruises all summer long) had ever recaulked the railing stanchions, or the hatches, but aside from that, we had a great 5 weeks sailing and exploring the Danish Islands.

Oh to be 10 years or so younger and in better health. I'd snap her up in a heart beat and go by the old survey when I did it. There's just so much there to work with and not a heck of a lot that'd need doing on the hard. Go through her top to bottom, engine, through wholes, wiring, fresh paint on the decks and on the bottom a few other bits and bobs and I'd splash her doing the rest of the work on the water. Thanks for showing her to us as I think she really will make someone younger and in better health one heck of a little yacht...

I just came into a 1968 North East 38 mk2 basically for free. The MK2 and MK3 were spade rudder configurations. I believe the MK1 (the one in this video) was a 5000lb ballast. The mk2/3 were upped to 6000lbs. Mine is in pretty rough condition. About 3-1/2 years ago she broke from her mooring in a storm and washed on some rocks. Put a hole in her side. She was towed back to the mooring left there for some time. The hole was above the water line, so would slowly take in water. The owner at the time repaired the hole, sanded the exterior (top and bottom) and put epoxy primer on the bottom. But he never finished the job. Unfortunately she sat for these last 3-1/2 years and collected water in the bilge. Since then the aft portion of the keel has crushed due to the long sit. It's going to take me a few years to get her going again, but I'm looking forward to it! Thanks for sharing! It's awesome to see what my boat could become!

It’s like going to class!! Incredible knowledge of all things sailing.beautiful boat!!

The enthusiasm you two have for this boat is infectious. So glad she is too far away. :^)

Wow !! A real Sweetie!

You know I'm subscribed to a great number of channels. However there are very few that I give a thumbs up to before I even watch the episode. Yours is one that I do. Thank you for taking us along window shopping and giving us a bit of an education along the way.

Thank you Capitans for sharing this beautiful sailboat.

Great job guys!

Luv those classic S&S designs. Thanks for sharing another great episode on a good old boat. Cheers.

Love to see some love to older yatchs.

Very well done guys. Great video.

Another great find Captain Q, thanks for all you and Randay do for us.

You both never seem to amaze and have me riveted to all the details. Thanks for sharing!

One of the best I've seen. Definitely in the top five.

really fantastic boat

I really loved this boat. My new PB. Thanks

Another stellar episode from you fine gentlemen! Thank you so much. I look forward each week to viewing another informative and entertaining show!

I agree with you guys just a Beautiful, retro vessel.. Thanks Captain and Ran-day. Love it

Wow!!!! I see why Capt Q loved the pb after seeing this shorter version.. after you spent a weekend with a rag and 5 gallons of wood polish the inside of her would be breathtaking.. i just love the old traditional boats

Hope you guys are still doing this when I get around to buying a boat. No better salesmen than Randy and CQ. Thank you guys for these videos!

She's a bargain, a 38 footer for $24,000 is very tempting for someone looking for a decent sized boat for a great price.. She's a proper boat and down here in Australia you couldn't buy a 38 footer of any make for that price in good nick. All the above taken into account, she is also pleasing to the eye, someone will do well here

Captain, this is my first video of yours I've seen, and I'm thrilled. This is exactly what I've been looking for! You just identified a half dozen things I'd never heard of, and I can't wait to learn more. Thank you!

Great video and commentary by the Captain and Ran-Day on a beautiful boat. I tend to like modern newer style boats, but videos like this make me appreciate the beauty of well-done older boats like the Lecomte.

Another classic, love those Bill Tripp designs!!!

I just noticed that Bill Tripp passed away at 51 years young, pity. Even in that short life he contributed a great deal to the sailing world. As far as the print-through goes if you stand back 3 feet and squint you'll never see it. A very nice boat, maybe I can get one with my next wife, but don't hold your breath. Keep the good stuff coming guys, I thoroughly spending some time on Thursday with you fellas.

Love the amazing variety of boats that you find, and the superior knowledge that you impart👍⛵️⛵️⛵️💕💕

I love this boat.

Absolutely one of my favorites! Rich wood...[I'm a sucker for green cushions] thoughtful, functional, spartan, yet elegant ...Wonderful boat! Thanks Captain and Ran-Day!

What a awesome boat!

I love this boat been watching you guys for over a year!!! Want to invest in a nice sailboat but have never sailed a day in my life !!!! But this little pb looks perfect

I crewed on a sloop rigged Lecomte Northeast 38 (as an 18yo kid in 1980) from Marathon Florida to New Rochelle Ny. Her name was ‘Nepenthe’ I’d love to find her and sail on it again.

The video comparison with all the boats the Cap was referencing was very nice! Really helps picture differences.

Pretty and classic.

Captain, please please do an episode on the wood 12 metre in the opening montage every week. That is the most beautiful boat ever. We know it's not a cruiser but just one episode on a pure no holds barred race boat would be most welcome.

Great sailboat ⛵ thanks for sharing.

Totally agree with the 34 rating. Beautiful and practical boat. Thank you for sharing this beauty. Sea Dog was missed

Good afternoon. Captain q and the new captain randy I am very happy to see a classic again in the American nautical. Another home run, blessings and congratulations. Health 🇺🇸💞🇨🇺

You found a gem this time. Congratulations

I saw this while scanning Craigslist and thought I need to forward this to Captain Q and Ran-day. Then I flipped over to watch your weekly episode and here you are going through it!

I'm sure the captain slept well in this one. Someday maybe you can do an episode without a specific boat, maybe a bonus, with Captain Q discussing his history in and around boats and how he acquired such vast knowledge. Keep up the great videos and above all STAY SAFE! ⛵❤️😁

Randy, you are a great sideman! from a sailor nut in Marbelehead, MA

Simply beautiful. Getting close to my next boat. I’m certain you’ll find it this year. Hehe. Someone is going to get a great boat for a good price !! Thanks for sharing!!

Шикарная лодка !!!

Top! Amazing boats you guys discover! Congrats

Great post my friends. This is a Real Gem 💎 ✨️ 🌞🌴⛵

Beautiful and good price :)

I remember back when you guys were just getting started on RU-vid. It's great to see you getting into making a little money now! Maybe Ran-day can get his vessel all sorted and show some cruising videos! Good job, boys!

Another fine Thursday with the Captain and RanDay. Cheers Gents!

Wow, another beauty. I agree with Cap'n Q that modern boats sacrifice beauty and classic design for "something" more market-able. I guess most people don't want to go without at todays prices. I would love to see a tour of a Gozzard (any) or another Island Packet (370/379). Or Estero. Thanks for all the work you put into these videos. Edit: Cabo Rico!

Love 🍻💘 this boat even if it doesn't have an engine.😉 The design is always a favorite . Always look forward to Capt'n Q.

I love it. It’s definitely a PB. I’d bet it’s already sold. Ran-day, it’s not 4 on the floor, it 3 in the tree. 😜😜😂😂👍👍

I love the lines in this boat and can imagine how responsive undersail. There is quite a bit to update d for myself I’d like to almost completely rearrange the interior. Put the stove back in. Create a much better navigation station. Redo the bathroom as you suggested. I wouldn’t need to sleep so many people and I could make the interior more livable at anchor and underway. The price is right though. Wonderful boat this week Captain and Ran-day.

Captain Q and Ran-day thank you for showing this gem, but I think she deserves a couple more points for having what appear to be comfortable pillows for the Captain in the forward vee berth. Worth a thought. Take care and have a good weekend. Maybe get some time on the water?

Nice.

My Thursday complete with a classic lady. The price is crazy unless the engine is on it's last legs. Even at that so much value for the money. Thank you Captain Q and Randay . Side note. I also would reinstall the fireplace.

Another fine gem uncovered by the Q

Tripp Sr. has to be one of the most influential and important yacht designers in history - up there with Alberg, Rhodes, Herreshoff, and Stephens - always loved his iconic designs - Block Island and Bermuda 40, Columbia 50, Coronados, Le Comtes, etc..

Back in the early '60s my father's first sailboat was a Tripp-Lentsch 30 foot. The boat looked like a small version of this boat with the dark blue hull same cabin top/portlight look, and a very wide companion way hatch. The boat was rather tender sailing in the Solent and English Channel, which was highlighted by his next boat a Camper and Nicholson 32.

Another beautiful Tripp jr design. Our 1961 Tripp Javelin 38 built by Van Lent and Zonen is similar, though a sloop, narrower at 9 ft, lighter at 14,500 lbs and 4500 lbs of lead ballast, and we've put on a LeisureFurl boom for ease of sailing.

Nice and small for one. Good find

Pretty good shape and a great price

Rating totally not biased :) Nice boat, incredible price. This will go quickly.

Old glass❤❤❤

.. Cheers ..

I don't understand why they call the walls of a boat ceilings. I really enjoy your channel. I'm learning a lot about boats.

Ya know,,, best. Bang for your buck I've seen on this channel. So many I've seen are way over priced, but this I bet won't last long. Key ingredient of course is the mast, and the engine (you never talked about either), that's would be concerning, but something tells me you knew this, and it was probably a sold boat. Good luck to the next owner. Less than a year, your cruising to the Bahamas and south..

The Medalist 33 featured early in the video looked like a big, Columbia 26 Mk II that I used to crew on! The cabin top looked identical; one could see it was a Bill Tripp design.

“Very dressy....”. Another wonderful episode... thank you!

Tidy little 38footer. Another brilliant episode Gentlemen.

I am so surprised I grew up playing there as a kid and being on the river inback of you and yes if I didn't have a boat now I would purchase her in a heart beat .

What a boat. Your vids are driving me crazy. But it's a good crazy.

Gorgeous boat. I am surprised at the Airex foam deck coring. I did not even know they were using it that far back. This one is tugging at my heart strings. The bow chocks imbedded in the toe rail and stainless port lights make my day every time. But yes, it is a shame the fireplace was removed. That refrigeration compressor would be taken off the engine and a 12V compressor installed because,,,,,,,well because I hate wasting engine hours on that sort of thing or for even charging the batteries. THAT is why God invented portable gasoline generators IMHO. The price is totally incredible though. I can just see myself on Boston Harbor anchored for the 4th of July fireworks after a day of spanking around the harbor. I loved that compass. I would have that housing heavy plated in brass IF it did not polish up.

randy has lots of thru hulls - maybe repurpose one to a salt water deck wash or attach one to a manifold

I've sold a couple North East 39s. A C&C design based on a C&C one ton from the 80s. Cool boats beautifully built. New Englanders seem to get together and build some awesome one design boats ala the J44. Ok Cap look up a Lindenburg 22 my personal favorite from the 70s a boat way ahead of it's time. Open transom, hard chines, plum bow, retractable rudder, dagger board. I've sailed one at 13 knots main alone. Goofy boat but I always wanted to paint it with orange metal flake stripes and purple metal flake hull like a crazy looking Bass boat. A trailable regatta boat. Back to this boat. Seems like great potential

I’m not wild about the pega-board headliner but not a deal breaker.

I'm loving this boat! Might be taking a drive that way.

Minor point on nomenclature. Ceiling is the inner planking on the hull. “Walls” are called “bulkheads” aboard boats. Keep up the good work.

Thursday's are so anticipated and a relief for me! The end monolog never gets old,( U know instagram is not a place)!alway's cracks me up! Thanx again,guys!!

I was just curious, on a yearly bases how many bluewater sailors pass away at sea due to accidents ? I was discussing this with my wife and was telling her that it's much more dangerous to get in a car and drive somewhere. (even though I didn't have the actual facts) thank you and Ran- day for all you do.

I actually think I enjoy the stories of the people behind the boats more than the boats themselves… not that I don’t enjoy the boat

Beautiful boat, my tastes are much the same as yours Captain Q.

The problem with deck drains is that often water intrudes and cause delimitation, otherwise and properly cared for, it is a good idea.

She is pretty...thanks..

If possible, could the captain talk about the difference on the water between older and newer boats handling and their sea kindly-ness.?? Do they heel more or less??

That's a really sharp looking boat, and I really love the dark blue hull... I didn't see anything there that I couldn't recondition to make look like new again which I would do if I bought it. Love the old school classics especially when they're reasonably priced like this.

6:24 must've taken that picture at night...

When I look at a boat. I put the condition of the bilge and engine high on the list. Both show how well a boat is cared for. That bilge needs some love and the engine? What happened to the engine here? ;)

You missed a visit in Amesbury to Lowell's Boat Shop, oldest operating boat shop in America. (est.1793)

I really enjoy y our videos guys. Informative and entertaining and thanks to the ol' salt very educational too. Well done.

Hey Randy - I think we could count those thru-hulls on one hand. Jealous?!?! 😁

Great show. You are going overboard with the rating it deserves it. It must be a great sailing experience.

I keep hoping you and Rannndy will run across a Southern Cross 35 and do an episode.

You forgot the engine room ! I noticed you guys forget to say how many horses the engine is in a number of episodes also . I also have a question do you guys update your old shows letting people know if the boats are still available for purchase ?

This is great although a little big! Can you find me a Siren!??