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    1964 Hatt Yacht-Fish 41 - Joining the club

    I've been a fan of vintage boats & cars for a long time. I've restored a '67 VW Bus and a '67 Larson runabout. After restoring the 18' Larson about 4 years ago, my wife, kids and I have taken the boat all over southern California and explored various coves, harbors, surf spots and the occasional trip to Catalina Island during extremely calm conditions. It proved to me that my family (and young kids) absolutely love boating.
    But then I saw it. While exploring photos from my "Vintage sportfishing boats" Google search .... I came across the original Hatteras 41. Wide bow flare, rounded window shapes, sweeping shear line and large cockpit. Literally screaming 1960's design style. I saw Rybovich, Bertram, Egg Harbor and countless others that looked great but the original Hatteras remained locked solidly at the top of my list. It's amazing really. As a first attempt into the boating world, to have this newly formed company get so many things right on hull #1 is remarkable .... and to see how many of these 41's remain in service around the world to this day speaks to their durability.
    Every time I've begun a restoration project, I'm told by friends not to do it ..... that it'll be more work than I thought, that it'll be more money than planned & I'll never see a financial return. They're probably right ...... but when it's in your blood ..... it's in your blood.
    A year ago, I found my Hatteras. It was sitting on the side of a house near Boston and was for sale ..... so, not technically mine yet. I scooped it up, had it trailered to southern California and began my financially-challenged assault on this classic. From the stringers and bilges up, I began to restore. And with the help of an amazing boat restoration specialist in the area, it is well on it's way. Like turning a hobo into a GQ model, it's gonna take some time. Most of the work has occurred where only the adventurous will look ..... all new wiring, cleaned & painted bilges, completely restored engines, anchor lockers & lazarettes. Soon I'll be moving into more visible areas with new windows & paint. Sams Marine seems to be a great resource and I may need to lean on the guidance of others as I continue.
    But I'll say this. I got mine. Finally.

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    Re: 1964 Hatt Yacht-Fish 41 - Joining the club

    Would love to see photos of this boat, especially through the process. I have had my Hatteras for 36 years. Best thing I ever bought, if you don't count some of my guitars.

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    Re: 1964 Hatt Yacht-Fish 41 - Joining the club

    Congratulations on your new baby. I too spent the last 40 years restoring old Chris Crafts. 1957, and two 1965’s. Although I loved bringing them back it does not compare to the quality of Hatteras. You will love this sight. The pros and fellow owners can help you with most anything to do with fixing your new girl. First thing you need to do is add before during and after photos. We love watching newbies bringing them back. Best of luck. Nice to know there is another Hatteras in California.
    SEVEN
    1979 53' MY Hull #563
    Antioch, California

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    Re: 1964 Hatt Yacht-Fish 41 - Joining the club

    Welcome, I see you are from Long Beach, I am in San Diego and am about 3/4 done with a restoration of a 53 motor yacht. I did a survey in Long Beach 2 days agao. Where are you doing the work? John
    Mahalo V
    1974 53 Motoryacht
    Hull Number 406
    San Diego, Ca. Ready 32 Nordic Tug, Brunswick Ga.

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    Re: 1964 Hatt Yacht-Fish 41 - Joining the club

    I've got the boat at Cabrillo boat yard. There's a good crew over there and is a small, but ethically run place.

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    Re: 1964 Hatt Yacht-Fish 41 - Joining the club

    Pictures buy a lot of credibility on this site.

    Post some and blow some minds.
    Scott
    41C117 "Hattatude"
    Port Canaveral Florida.


    Marine Electronics and Electrical Products Distributor.

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    Re: 1964 Hatt Yacht-Fish 41 - Joining the club

    Attaching some images of the restoration.
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