Catalina Yachts 425: Full Tour by Massey Yacht Sales 

He said, while showing the port stateroom, that the starboard state room was identical.

Around 17:24 I believe the table on the starboard side of the salon can be configured as the nav station. He mentions that there were various options for that space that can be selected by the owner. I appears in this video, that the top of that table has a piano hinge closest to the bulkhead, which indicates the top lifts up with storage for charts, manuals, etc. underneath. There is also plenty of space in the storage compartments on the bulkhead to mount radios and other navigational equipment.

He mentioned it was identical to the port cabin, earlier in the video.

He mentioned it was identical to the port cabin, earlier in the video.

This boat, the 425, is actually a bit bigger than the 445. The 445 has a different hull, it is considerably thicker than the hull on the 425. The 445 is made for those who want to sail off shore in their Catalina, while the 425 is for coastal use and as such is a better light air sailor than the 445 because it is much lighter. You can find the specs on the Catalina web site, the model names are confusing, I understand why you thought the 445 was a 44 foot boat, but it isn't.

@@jamiemcneil9462 Informative answer. Thanks. Do you happen to know, percentagewise, how much more the 445 costs than the 425.

Or, as I am thinking, as a 71-year-old retiree, sell the house and move aboard permanently. Preferably in Rota, Spain. Don't know if the Catalinas have found their way over the big pond.

He mentioned it was identical to the port cabin, earlier in the video.

i guess you like fasting ?

I want one!

They also serve as an excellent faraday cage for handheld gps, vhf radio, etc. during electrical storms so you have something to use as a backup if you take a direct hit and the primary electronics become inoperable… just sayin.

I use mine for bread storage underway

Thank you for watching the 425 video. The Catalina 425 is set up with an expansive access to the engine, genset, water heater, battery charger, stuffing box and sea cocks for engine and genset, and steering system all for the port side flex stateroom. The filters locker and easy access to the engine oil dip stick are on the starboard side. The access to all those items are the best I think I have ever seen in a 40+ sailing yacht. Please note that the bimini/Dodger we have engineered is ideal for southern waters. A buyer can spec as much or as little in the way of canvas as they wish. Hope that answers some of your concerns. If you would like more information on the 425 or any of the Catalina yachts feel free to contact me at edwardm@masseyyacht.com. Regards, Ed Massey

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