— Shannon 28 For Sale —
“… suited for a lifetime of sailing
no matter where or when you sail. “
Designed by Walter Schulz, the Shannon 28 is a Semi-Custom Bluewater Cutter capable of accommodating a crew of two during a Trans-Atlantic Passage.
Monk Farnham set the 1983 “elder” single-handed trans-Atlantic record sailing a Shannon 28, Seven Bells.
Mehitabel
Mehitabel, Hull Number 39 of 60, was laid down in 1981 by the Shannon Boat Company, Bristol, Rhode Island — see builders inscription.
She was christened Aeolus by her original owner who often sailed her between the U.S. East Coast and the Caribbean, usually single handed.
Later, as Innisfree, her home waters shifted to Long Island Sound.
She has now spent many years sailing the Chesapeake Bay as Mehitabel.
She has been well-maintained throughout the years.
She is in sail-away condition.
good sails & rigging
good engine + spares
good plumbing, hot water, refrigeration
excellent ground tackle
good exterior teak (Cetol)
serviceable cabin/v-berth cushions
hypalon rollup dinghy + 2hp Honda
For Sale as of June 1, 2024