Name: SeaQuel 1981 Norseman 44 for sale in Charleston, South Carolina by Crusader Yacht Sales
Brand: Norseman
SKU: 2849002
Price: 135000 USD
Availability: InStock

DESCRIPTION

The Norseman 447 is considered one of Robert H. Perry’s top cruising yachts. Built by Ta Shing in Taiwan, recognized for craftsmanship and strong offshore builds, the 447 unites performance, comfort, and capable passagemaking.

Its solid fiberglass hull, extended fin keel with encapsulated lead ballast, skeg-hung rudder, and moderate displacement offer stable, forgiving motion at sea. The cutter rig adds versatility and easy sail management in varied conditions. Wide side decks, a secure cockpit, and a thoughtful deck layout support safety and confidence for short-handed, long-range sailing.

Below deck, SEAQUEL features a warm, hand-crafted teak interior and quality joinery, creating an inviting living space. The practical layout includes two private cabins, two heads, a spacious main salon, and an efficient offshore-ready galley with ample storage.

SEAQUEL offers solar power for energy independence, a bow thruster for easy close-quarters maneuvering, and a full suite of cruising equipment. Generous tankage, abundant storage, and integrated systems make her ideal for long-range cruising.

Whether passagemaking or coastal cruising, SEAQUEL is a proven, dependable platform ready to take her next owners wherever they choose.

Bow Thruster
Monitor Wind Vane self-steering system, stainless steel mounting brackets to the transom
Standing rigging replaced in 2023 and inspected in 2025.
Stable and sea-kindly blue-water cruiser with 12,000 lbs of ballast (44% ballast to displacement ratio)
NEMA 2000 Network (New in 2025)
Furuno GP1870F chartplotter at the helm - New in 2026 with updated East Coast charts
Raymarine i‑TriData depth/speed (New in 2026)
Raymarine wind instruments (New in 2026)
AIS Class B - EM-Trak 8953 (New in 2026)
An insurance survey from November 2025 is available upon request

Crusader Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by S&J Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

SPECIFICATIONS

Basic Boat Info

Builder Norseman
Model 447
Category Cruisers
Type Sail
Year 1981
HIN/IMO NYR44141081
Condition Used
Fuel Type Diesel
Hull Material Fiberglass
Number of Engines 1

Dimensions

LOA 44' 7"
Beam 13'
Max Draft 6' 4"
Min Draft 6' 4"
Dry Weight 0 LBS

Engines

Make Lehman/Indenor
Drive Type V
Engine Power 45.49 KW

Model XDP 4.90
Fuel Diesel
Type Inboard
Engines 1

Tanks

Fuel Tank 100 GAL
Fresh Water 200 GAL

Other

Displacement 28,000 LBS
Keel Type Fin Keel
Ballast 12,000 LBS
Cabins 2

ADDITIONAL INFO

Solidly built cruising yacht, built by Ta Shing in Taiwan and designed by Robert Perry, featuring an aft cockpit, cutter rig with new standing rigging (2023), and an inviting interior with two cabins, two heads, and lots of storage.

FULL DETAILS

interior

Seaquel features a two-cabin, two-head layout with a comfortable salon, a functional galley, a dedicated forward-facing navigation station, and aseparate mechanical area. Excellent headroom throughout the salon and galley, combined with abundant natural light and ventilation, creates an inviting and comfortable interior environment.

The teak joinery is beautifully crafted, giving the vessel a warm, classic feel. Storage space is plentiful throughout the boat, and multiple fans provide excellent airflow and ventilation. While Seaquel is not equipped with air conditioning, numerous opening hatches, ports, and fans keep the interior well ventilated underway or at anchor. Equipped with a diesel heater.

Stepping below decks, Seaquel immediately feels safe, secure, and comfortable—a yacht designed for capable cruising and an enjoyable time aboard.

Forward Cabin:

Raised V berth
Teak-lined lockers
Deck hatch
Private access to the forward head

Aft Cabin:

Large berth
Teak-lined hanging locker

Main Salon:

C-shaped settee to port with a teak dining table that drops down to create a berth
Starboard side settee with a lee cloth
Teak-planked sole
LED lighting and rotary fans

Heads:

Two Raritan PHII manual heads
Forward wet head
Aft head with a separate shower compartment

Navigation Station:

Full-size chart table
Electrical panels
Electronics

Galley:

U‑shaped offshore galley to port
Dual stainless sinks
Fresh & raw water foot pumps
Technautics CoolBlue 12V top-opening refrigeration/freezer
Seaward Marine 3‑burner LPG stove/oven

hull, deck, and cockpit

Hull:

Stable and sea-kindly blue-water cruiser with 12,000 lbs of ballast (44% ballast to displacement ratio)
Encapsulated fin lead keel with a skeg-protected rudder
Green ablative bottom paint (good condition at 2025 haul-out)
Wind vane

Deck:

Stainless steel stem fitting with two anchor rollers
Anchor locker with deck and forward cabin access
Windlass: James Nilsson windlass with foot controls
Manson 65 lb primary anchor with 200' 3/8" chain
Secondary Fortress FX-37 fluke-style anchor stored in aft locker
Anchor safety cables
Boarding Ladder: Stainless steel ladder at the starboard side gate.
30" high lifelines
Teak decks re‑caulked in 2023
Teak‑capped toe rails
Stainless bow & stern pulpits
Custom stainless steel mast pulpit

Cockpit:

A well-protected U-shaped cockpit with several storage lockers, and stbd outboard seating gunwale stowage.
Teak Edson cockpit table
Binnacle pod with electronic navigation equipment, center line cockpit.
Sunbrella dodger, bimini, and cockpit enclosure (green)
Cockpit cushions (tan)
There are four large lazarette lockers in the cockpit. One LPG storage locker. One for storage and access to steering, and two for storage.
Steering: Edson cable quadrant steering system with a 32" wheel.
Emergency tiller
Wing seats at the stern