CENTURION - 2003 42' 6" SABRE YACHTS 426
Solomons Maryland United States
$264,900 USD

ACCOMMODATIONS

The interior of the SABRE 426 is hand crafted of the finest American cherry with a teak and holly sole. Satin varnish gives the wood a delicate sheen, which accents the highly detailed joinery work featuring SABRE's signature cold-molded curved laminated trim not found in other yachts. The generous headroom measures 6'6" in the main salon and aft areas, and 6'4" in the forward cabin. Drawers are maple dove-tailed construction with smooth sliding roller guides. Locker doors have fully louvered fronts, recessed self-closing hinges, and positive sealing push button latches. The elegant and extensive lighting is by Cantalupi.

Nowhere is the study of old and new elements more evident than in the main salon of the SABRE 426. The bulkhead-mounted table, a long time SABRE owners' favorite, allows for an exceptionally open and airy salon. For entertaining, or for simply relaxing at the end of an exhilarating day on the water, the two L-shaped settees offer comfortable seating spaces for all of your family and friends. The portside settee converts to a double berth.

Storage is plentiful both above and outboard of the settees. SABRE woodworking details found aboard the 426 are sure to please the most discriminating buyer. An optional liquor storage insert has been added to the starboard center locker.

The U-shaped galley is both functional and conveniently located at the base of the companionway, within easy reach of the cockpit. Large DC-refrigerated iceboxes are found aft where the most volume is available in the hull shape, and a front opening door provides convenient access to the items in the bottom of the refrigerator. CENTURION features a custom SEAFROST SA-III AC powered (AC) refrigeration system with additional cold plate. It runs off the genset, inverter, or shore power. The refrigerator is drained by an optional electric pump. An AC powered microwave oven provides extra convenience.

Stainless steel sinks are situated on the forward arm of the galley, as close as possible to the yacht's centerline. A convenient in-counter dish drainer/locker is located outboard and three large lockers are provided for dry goods. Many drawers are available for utensils and cookware.

The owners' cabin aboard the SABRE 426 is forward, where ventilation, light, and sleeping comfort are optimized. This queen size berth is surrounded by many drawers and lockers for storage of personal gear. The hanging locker is cedar lined. Seat is upholstered with ULTRALEATHER.

Her head compartment, with ceramic tiled floor and spacious separate shower stall is well equipped, functional, and easy to clean. Hose runs from the WC to the holding tank are as short as possible so as to minimize head odors. The Jabsco Quiet Flush fresh water head, and Tank Watch 4 holding tank level monitor further enhance this approach.

The aft cabin is roomy and airy. A clever overhead hatch (concealed under and protected by the cockpit locker lid) offers excellent ventilation as well as connecting the cockpit crew to those below. Many drawers and lockers, including cedar lined hanging locker are provided for stowage of personal effects. The standard vanity and sink allow the occupants of this cabin to wash up in privacy. Seat is upholstered with ULTRALEATHER.

The increasing use of personal computers for navigation led SABRE to supply a specific space on the chart table-top for that purpose. The inboard end of the chart table hinges open for chart and accessory storage, and a large panel for flush-mounting of additional electronics is provided in clear view of the navigator. (3) serial ports are provided for convenient connection to a laptop, the B&G Zeus system, modem, etc. The fully equipped custom SABRE tool drawer highlights the storage in this area.

• ULTRALEATHER fabric throughout main cabin.
• CORIAN counters in galley, aft cabin and head
• Satin varnished teak and holly cabin sole
• ACCORD drop down shades for all ports
• OCEANAIR shades/screens for all hatches

HULL and DECK

Vacuum-bagged, Divinycell-cored structure hand laminated with structural E-glass. Outer layers use vinylester resins for waterproofness. Sleek inward turning hull to deck joint with integral 2 1/4" high teak toe rail, secured with 3M 5200 sealant and stainless steel through bolts. Bulkheads, berth faces, shelves, and floor stringers are all bonded to the hull and each other to provide additional structural reinforcement and the super solid feel SABRE is renowned for.

Inboard and outboard genoa tracks; inboard tracks are recessed into the deck tooling. Custom integrated stainless steel deck hardware includes mast collar, bow roller, chocks (bow, stern, and mid-ships), opening ports, and companionway handrail.

• COLORS:
• Hull: Flag Blue AWLGRIP (2017)
• Deck: SPORT white
• Non-skid: TEAK
• Boottop: VIP Red
• Cove Stripe: Gold
• Bottom: Red
• Teak side decks added (2010)
• 60/40 divided anchor locker
• Teak rub rail with stainless steel striker plate
• Cockpit shower (2017)

SAILS and RIGGING

• HALL tapered aluminum mast
• Storm trysail track on mast
• Stainless steel rod rigging (Re-cold headed in 2012)
• HARKEN roller furling
• FORESPAR rigid boom vang
• HARKEN adjustable genoa car system
• HARKEN BATTCAR system for mainsail
• Lazy-jacks for mainsail
• LEWMAR electric main halyard winch
• All lines led aft
• Removable inner forestay for heavy weather
• Removable running backstays for heavy weather
• NAVTEC hydraulic backstay adjuster for split backstay (2017)
• HARKEN spinnaker/whisker pole track on mast
• Carbon fiber spinnaker pole with protective sleeve
• Cunningham led aft
• DOYLE carbon fiber mainsail w/2 reefs (2013)
• DOYLE 130% #2 roller furling Genoa (2013)
• 150% carbon fiber Genoa (2003) used just a handful of times
• 120% #3 carbon fiber Genoa (2003) used just a handful of times
• 70% Dacron heavy weather jib (2004) never used
• QUANTUM asymmetrical spinnaker (2012)
• All sails kept in climate-controlled storage when not in use

ELECTRONICS

• AT HELM ON OFFSET PEDESTAL GUARD:
• STANDARD HORIZON RAM full function VHF mic 
• B&G ZEUS 9" MFD
• B&G Precision 9 heading sensor for autopilot
• (3) SIMRAD IS22 multifunction displays
• SIMRAD autopilot w/AP22 controller
• SIMRAD wind direction/speed transducer
• ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM:
• FUSION stereo w/speakers in cabin and cockpit w/remote (2020)
• Flat panel television (2010)
• KVH MDX1 satellite TV antenna
• AT NAV STATION:
• SSB radio
• Satellite phone
• B&G H3000 large format display for speed, depth, wind, etc (2010)
• Computer modem
• STANDARD HORIZON VHF radio
• B&G ZEUS 2 12" MFD (2016)
• B&G AIS transponder (2010)
• ROGUE WAVE PRO wi-fi antenna (2016)
• ON STERN MOUNTED RADAR POST:
• B&G 4G digital radome (2015)

ELECTRICAL

• MARINE AIR 16,000 BTU reverse cycle AC (main & forward cabins)
• MARINE AIR 7,000 BTU reverse cycle AC (aft cabin) (2010)
• HEART FREEDOM 25 2500W inverter/charger
• Microwave oven
• (6) Hella two speed cabin fans
• LED cabin lights for greatly reduced electrical consumption (2011)
• 105 AH BALMAR alternator
• Multi-stage regulator
• (5) Group 31 LIFELINE AGM house batteries
• (1) Dedicated start battery 
• LINK 2000 battery monitor
• (2) Shore power inlets and cords
• AQUA SIGNAL tri-color/anchor/strobe masthead light

MECHANICAL and PLUMBING

• SEAFROST SA-III AC powered water-cooled refrigeration system
• GROCO salt water anchor washdown system
• Shorewater inlet for dockside pressure water
• LEWMAR electric anchor windlass with up/down foot switches
• LEWMAR wired remote control (2016)
• MAXPROP super efficient 3 blade feathering propellor
• JABSCO electric head with larger oval bowl (2018)
• TANKWATCH 4 level indicator for holding tank
• Hot and cold water cockpit shower
• FORCE 10 3-burner propane stove/oven
• Electric bilge pump
• Manual bilge pump
• Macerator pump for holding tank
• Main engine transmission replaced (2013)

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

• 310 ZODIAC air floor dinghy
• 8HP 2-stroke MERCURY outboard
• Boom on radar mast to hoist engine
• OB Motor mount on stern rail
• Cockpit cushions (2017)
• WICHARD fold down padeyes in cockpit for harnesses
• CQR 45 Stainless Steel anchor on bow roller with chain and rope rode
• DELTA 40 galvanized anchor on bow roller with chain and rope rode
• FORTRESS anchor with chain and rope rode
• Custom winter frame/cover
• 48" steering wheel available (40" wheel installed)
• Spare 3-blade prop
• Dodger
• Bimini with frame

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

Sailing the SABRE 426 is an exhilarating experience. Her well balanced sail plan, working in concert with state of the art keel and rudder designs, makes her glide through the water with ease. The lightest breezes will give her plenty to go on, and when the wind increases, the speeds and control are a sailor's delight.

This design, like all others in the SABRE/Jim Taylor range, makes for a very well mannered yacht, handled with ease yet providing an amazing amount of satisfaction and feedback to the experienced sailor. The SABRE 426 is not another underpowered cruising boat, but rather a high spirited, yet easily managed thoroughbred yacht.

CENTURION has been regularly maintained and lovingly cared for by her first and only owners. As a result she is in excellent condition. Well equipped for extensive coastal cruising, she is also very capable of swift offshore passages.

OWNERS COMMENTS:

"We lived on board at marina for 7 weeks while renovations were made to our house. It was very comfortable and we were sorry when the house work was finished and it was time to move "home" again."

EXCLUSIONS

• Artwork
• Photographs
• Flatware