Northrop and Johnson Luxury Collection Sales Division is proud to announce the sale of Whitehawk, the famous and spectacular 105’ (32m) Cruising Ketch built by O. Lie-Neilsen to a notable yachtsman. Inspired by L. Francis Herreshoff's famed Ticonderoga, Whitehawk is truly one of Bruce King's finest designs. She has had many items recently repaired, replaced, or improved upon by her present owner. Recently stored inside, and despite enduring a frigid winter at Hinckley Yacht Services in Rhode Island, she was rigged and ready in less than 2 weeks. Whitehawk is currently headed to the Caribbean to continue to capture the attention and admiration of all who see her.
Other notable sales include Michael Nethersole’s central listing: Savvy, 128’ (39m) Camper and Nicholsons to a gentleman in the Hollywood film industry. This exceptionally comfortable 4-stateroom “gentlemen’s” classic motor yacht was virtually rebuilt in 2004 for long-range cruising. The seller, a well-respected yachtsman is now actively seeking 38th yacht in his career of yacht ownership.
Notable recent sales also include: Helios², 168’ Palmer Johnson which was recently awarded Showboats Best Refit/Reconfiguration for 2007; Christophel's Lighthouse, 106’ Holland Jachtbouw; Echo, 97’ Lowland; 115’ Trinity, Watercolours, the ex-Leda owned by Trinity’s founder, John Dane; Cakewalk, 150’ Trinity; Maverick, 138’ Sterling; Gallant Lady, 65’ Viking; as well as the recently launched yachts: Tamsen, 170’ Perini Navi and Destination Fox Harb'r Too, 161’ Trinity.