DeFever 60 Raised Pilothouse Trawler W/ Portuguese Bridge & Flybridge
A True Gentleman's Yacht
- Boat REF# · 346422
- LOA · 18.29m
- Year · 1973
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · semi-displacement
- Berths · 7
- Engine · 2 x Diesel 425hp, Detroit 8 V71 (1973)
- Lying · Port Townsend, WA, USA -- Shown by Appt!
Extra Details
| Designer | Arthur DeFever |
|---|---|
| Builder | Ken Sasaki / Miura-Shi Kanagawa, Japan |
| Lying | Port Townsend, WA, USA -- Shown by Appt! |
| Fuel capacity | 5,227.3 ltr Total - 4 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 1,363.6 ltr Total - 2 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 454.5 ltr Total - 1 Tanks |
| Last survey | 27/09/2025 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 2 x Diesel 425hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Detroit 8 V71 (1973) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 2039 engine2= 2143 |
| Engine Cooled | Direct |
| Steering | Wheel |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 36.4 ltr /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 7 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 13 knots |
| Generator output | 12KVA |
| Generator Hours | Unknown |
| Water-maker |
|---|
Engine compartment has excellent access from main deck aft of the saloon. The space is open and easily serviceable in the standing position. All components appear to be in servicable condition.
House bank consists of 6 x 6v batteries wired for 12v. Separate 12v engine and generator start batteries.
Dimensions
| LOA | 18.29m |
|---|---|
| LOD | 17.27m |
| LWL | 15.29m |
| Beam | 5.08m |
| Draft Min | 1.27m |
| Airdraft | 11.89m |
| Displacement | 30,391kg |
| Headroom | 2.08m |
| Storage | On marina |
Electrical Systems
12 / 24 volt battery, 110 / 240 volt generator, 240 shore power voltage, 9 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | semi-displacement |
| Finish | Paint finish |
The length overall for moorage purposes is 61 ft.
The hull and interior is constructed of Nara Oak, Burmese Teak and Mahogany. Decks are a combination of teak and fiberglass.
Fresh water capacity is 300 gallons in two stainless steel tanks.
Fuel capacity is 1150 gallons in 4 stainless steel tanks.
Holding tank is poly.
All plumbing is copper and PEX.
Waterline Boats / Boatshed does not independently verify capacities and measures, which are reported from seller-provided information and/or literature.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 7 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| No. of single berths | 3 |
| Cabin(s) | 3 |
| Handbasin | 3 |
| Shower | 2 |
| Heads | 2 heads (Vac flush) |
The saloon is a large and open space with galley, wet bar, and built in seating with room for a couch or other free standing seating.
Above and forward of the main saloon, there is a very large pilot house that will be the best seat in the house at passage or at anchor. Large open counters allow for space for laying out charts or charcuterie. There is an also a pilot berth behind the helm station.
Descending forward from the saloon and galley, you will find a large cabin to starboard. This space is convertible and could be converted to a double berth, or used as an office or workspace. Continuing forward and to the port is the master cabin with a king size berth, ample storage and an ensuite head w/ shower stall. Further down the companionway is the voluminous V-berth. A large overhead hatch allows plenty of natural light and there are 2 double berths with storage.
4 burner Electric cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Freezer | |
| Curtains | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Manual water system | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Bar Sink | |
| Compactor | |
| Dishwasher |
The saloon is a large and open space with galley, wet bar, and built in seating with room for a couch or other free standing seating.
Above and forward of the main saloon, there is a very large pilot house that will be the best seat in the house at passage or at anchor. Large open counters allow for space for laying out charts or charcuterie. There is an also a pilot berth behind the helm station.
Descending forward from the saloon and galley, you will find a large cabin to starboard. This space is convertible and could be converted to a double berth, or used as an office or workspace. Continuing forward and to the port is the master cabin with a king size berth, ample storage and an ensuite head w/ shower stall. Further down the companionway is the voluminous V-berth. A large overhead hatch allows plenty of natural light and there are 2 double berths with storage.
4 burner Electric cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Fenders | |
|---|---|
| Davits | |
| Swim Platform | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Cockpit Enclosure | |
| Bow Thruster |
Electric Keefe Series B windlass (with remote control)
2 anchors
(Vulcan (Primary) and Fortress (Auxiliary))
91.44m of chain
The anchor windless and pulpit are present, however have been removed to repair the bulwarks on the bow. Currently, she cannot be anchored. There is a ~60lb Vulcan anchor with galvanized chain of unverified length ~ 300ft. Additionally, a smaller but suitably-sized Fortess anchor with chain and rode is stored in aft lazarette.
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Radar | |
| VHF | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| SSB | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Autopilot | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| AIS Receiver | |
| Echo sounder |
Many of the original and recent instruments are available and remain with the vessel. It appears that main navigation systems are functioning and the vessel can be operated during daylight hours.
New transducers installed recently for depth sensor.
2 Ritchie compasses are present.
There is an older Icom IM402 SSB and a standard horizon hand held VHF.
The RADAR is mounted on a new RADAR tower and appears to be functional.
Safety Equipment
| Life jackets | |
|---|---|
| Life buoys | |
| Searchlight | |
| Horn | |
| Boarding ladder |
4 bilge pumps (1 manual / 3 Electric)
There are 2-2000 GPH electric bilge pumps and 1-1500 GPH submersibles w/ manual switches in the engine room and adjacent utility rooms. There is also a manual Whale Gulper hand pump located in forward engine room bulkhead.
Broker's Comments
This is a 1974 DeFever 60 Raised Pilot House Trawler. She was built in Kanagawa, Japan by Sasaki Shipbuilders. Her hull and interior is constructed of Nara Oak, Burmese Teak and Mahogany. Decks are a combination of teak and fiberglass.
She projects the rugged design features DeFevers are known for. The high bow, a raised pilothouse with the Portuguese bridge, and large upper deck with a davit crane and flybridge with views for miles and linked controls.
Unexpectedly, the current owner has passed and the family has no desire to continue the cruising lifestyle, let alone the restoration. This unfortunate event has clearly left the next phase of refit at pause. The vessel arrived in Port Townsend under her own power and is still lying there. Port Townsend is a maritime mecca for DIY refitting, local shipwrights, and the gateway to the San Juans, BC and beyond.
To date, this iconic DeFever 60 has completed the first phase of a complete restoration. With over $120,000 invested in her preservation over the last 6 months, clearly, completion to bristol condition will require additional investment in time and resources.
Currently, she has a new hull from the keel upwards, to the main deck, stem to stern has been completely restored. This is the lions share of her foundation.
The new owner(s) will see this as a rare opportunity to acquire an iconic vessel that will deliver satisfaction and pride of ownership for the next generation.
Upon completion of sale, 60% of the seller's proceeds will be donated to Seattle Children's Hospital and Northwest Harvest. For more information contact Waterline Boats, LLC.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price will be considered.