1982 John Sears 38

1974 Giles 38 – Meticulously Maintained Classic Bluewater Cutter A rare opportunity to own a superb Giles 38 for sale, designed by Laurent Giles and launched in 1982. This elegant long-keel cutter blends timeless lines with proven bluewater performance. Carefully maintained by experienced owners, she stands out as one of the finest examples of her class. Her freshly repainted black GRP hull (2023) and teak-laid decks give her a striking, classic appearance. In addition, the skeg-hung rudder and deep, balanced hull deliver superb handling and control offshore. A reliable 52hp Yanmar 4JH2E diesel engine with only 1,414 hours powers her smoothly at around 7 knots. As a result, she offers quiet, dependable cruising. She has always been winterised and stored ashore under cover, which helps preserve her excellent condition. Inside, the warm and traditional layout provides space for up to seven people in two cabins and a convertible saloon. Diesel cabin heating ensures comfort in all seasons, while the Baby Blake toilet and pressurised hot water add convenience. Furthermore, the galley includes a two-burner gas stove, oven, grill, and sink—perfect for extended passages or relaxed living aboard. Her Lucas sail plan (2008) is designed for effortless handling at sea. Moreover, she includes self-tailing winches and an electric windlass for safe and simple operation. Navigation is supported by a full electronics package—radar, chartplotter, autopilot, and VHF radio. Finally, an Avon Redcrest tender with Mercury outboard completes the cruising setup. Now ashore and ready for inspection, this Giles 38 offers beauty, strength, and bluewater readiness. Williams & Smithells International proudly offer her for sale at WicorMarine, Hampshire. Arrange your viewing today and discover why the Giles 38 remains a true ocean classic. Construction Black GRP hull Hull repainted 2023 Teak laid on GRP deck Long keel underwater profile Classic displacement hull type Skeg hung rudder Tiller steering Stored ashore under cover when decommissioned 52hp Yanmar 4JH2E diesel engine (2000) 1,414 engine hours recorded Shaft drive Indirect cooling system 7 knots cruising speed 8 knots maximum speed Meticulously maintained and winterised annually 12v and 220v onboard voltage 2 x Rolls domestic batteries (12V system) Engine start battery 240 volt shore power connection Battery charging via engine and shore power Inverter installed 250 liters diesel fuel capacity in 1 tank 250 liters water capacity in 1 tank Tank capacities noted as unconfirmed in some records 7 total berths in 2 cabins Double berths 5 single berths Heads Traditional Baby Blake manual toilet Handbasin and shower Versatile berth layout with easy saloon conversion Cabin diesel heating Non-smoking vessel 2 burner gas cooker/stove Grill and oven Sink Icebox / cool box Hot water system Pressurised water system Stereo – Kenwood CD/Receiver KDC W5541U Entertainment system includes DVD / Blu-ray player Electric Lewmar