Boats.org: 46' Cal 2-46

General description The Cal 2-26 was designed by Bill Lapworth, a true legend in yachting circles. His first design was the Lapworth 24, which was designed and built in 1956. A teenager, Robin Lee Graham circumnavigated the world in a Cal 24 during the early 1960s. He wrote a very popular book about the adventure titled, "Dove". A full length film was made about the young man's extraordinary feat. Other well known Lapworth designs were the Cal 20, Cal 22, Cal 27, Cal 33, Cal 39 and Cal 40. All of the Cal designs all proved fast and seaworthy. The Cal 40 was introduced in 1963 and became a very popular racer. The Cal 46 was next. The Cal 2-46 is one of three versions of the 46 foot design. They are the Cal 46, the Cal 2-46 and the Cal 3-46. The differences between the three versions are mostly in interior design. The 3 versions all use the same basic hull. The keel is a modified full keel for sea keeping with a separate spade rudder for maneuverability. The mast is keel stepped. It has a large amidships cabin comprising the saloon and galley, a passageway to starboard, a standup walk-in engine room, an aft masters cabin with two double berths and a head with separate shower. Forward is the guest cabin with V berth and a second full head. Storage abounds through out the boat. The Cal 46s have proven to be fast and strong, developing for them a reputation for being outstanding blue water cruisers. Jensen Marine in Costa Mesa, California built about 145 of the three versions of the Cal 46. If you are interested in learning more about Bill Lapworth and the Cal designs call or email for additional info. This particular Cal 2-46, hull number 124, was built by Jensen Marine in 1974. The owner has owned the boat for about fourteen years and absolutely loves the boat. He has made numerous, very well thought out upgrades. Unfortunately he now feels forced to offer it for sale for health reasons. Some of the more significant hull and rig modifications and upgrades include the addition of custom hard dodger, a custom stern arch, (holding a Boss Boat 10 ft fiberglass unsinkable tender, four solar panels and wind generator) and a fully battened, Profurl in-boom furling mainsail. Other hull and rig additions and upgrades include, complete rerigging with oversized wire and Norseman terminals, the addition of a 55 lb Delta anchor and 350 ft of BBB chain, a Maxwell 2200 windlass, the addition of an inner forestay converting the rig from sloop to cutter, the addition of furling genoa and staysail, both with foam luffs, two 12v primary winches, spinnaker pole, spinnaker, replacement of all house windows with tempered glass plus Lexan storm windows, full cockpit enclosure, (isinglass & screens), and a three blade 26" feathering Max-Prop propeller. Saloon & Galley The saloon and galley comprise the primary living area of the Cal 2-46. Because of the "raised saloon" design and nine large windows, four of which are opening for excellent ventilation, the saloon and galley are truely light and airy. Also the nine "wrap around" windows allows more than 270 degrees of visibility from anywhere in the saloon or galley. The raised saloon design has become very popular with most major sailboat manufacturers now having one or more "raised saloon" design boats in their lineup. The design is now clearly in demand. The saloon and galley woodwork and cabinetry are mostly teak, but other fine quality hardwoods are incorporated into the various cabinets, flooring, framing, etc. The woodwork and joinery in this Cal 2-46 is truly a work of craftsmanship and gleams like new. All of the coach house and hardtop windows are made of 3/8" "shatter proof" tempered glass. In addition, all 9 saloon windows (three front, six side), have protective individual 1/2" thick Lexan storm windows. The two aftmost windows on each side are opening (sliding), windows. (They have Lexan storm windows but they are not in place. They are stowed onboard. The saloon & galley cabin sole is teak and holly lumber, not plywood, screwed, pegged and varnished to a high sheen. The overhead is a soft off white vinyl, matching the settee upholstery. The smaller settee doubles as very secure brace for anyone working in the galley at sea. Headroom throughout the galley is 72". All the windows have sturdy accordian shades, which have two densities. Depending on how much shade is lowered one can conveniently control the amount of light coming in, or the ability to see in or out. Overhead lighting is provided by numerous 12v fixtures each showing red or white light as desired. Three opening overhead hatches help to keep the saloon & galley well ventilated. The saloon is comprised of an "L" shaped settee to port, with a large folding table amidships and a smaller settee to starboard. Both settees have comfortable ,firm 6" thick foam cushions upholstered in a soft off white leather. The space under all the settees and under numberous removable floor panels is available for storage of provisions, tools, spare parts, supplies, etc. Secure handholds are plentyful thru-out the cabin. The galley is comprised of a long Formica countertop, double, deep, stainless steel sinks, a two burner (alcholol & electric), stove, a convection type microwave oven, a well insulated top loading very deep refrigerator, and a well insulated top loading freezer, and multiple cabinets and drawers for utensils, spices, etc. There is a stack of four pull out drawers. In addition, there is a very well designed custom teak plate, dish and glass rack on the forward bulkhead adjacent to the galley. It holds dishes etc very securely and conveniently. It even has a handy space designed to accomodate a full roll of paper towel. A bright brass ship's bell, brass trawler lamp, numerous smaller brass lights, four 12v fans and a convenient bookshelf complete this thoughtfully designed living area in port or at sea. Cabins & heads The Cal 2-46 has two private staterooms each with its own ensuite head. The aft or master cabin is quite large with two double berths, its head with separate shower stall and loads of storage. The two berths are aligned fore and aft, one port and one starboard, and each has a custom 6" mattress. Master stateroom storage areas include a large, doublewide hanging locker, many large sliding drawers under the two berths, and several shelves. The cabin is paneled in warm teak lumber paneling. The overhead is a soft off white vinyl like the rest of the cabins. There is a built-in entertainment center with am/fm, stereo and television in the aft cabin. Four opening ports and a mid size overhead hatch allow plenty of natural light and ventilation for the aft cabin. The unsuited head offers a custom vanity with a full width mirror, a polished stainless steel sink, an opening medicine cabinet and handy teak shelving unit for sundries. There is a separate full height shower stall. The head is electric with pushbutton operation, which flushes the head to the aft holding tank. The master cabin is reached via the starboard passageway. The forward guest cabin has a large V type berth, it's own ensuite head and a fair amount of storage. It is reached via the forward passageway. Storage includes a large hanging locker, many large sliding drawers and several shelves. The guest cabin is paneled in warm teak lumber paneling. The overhead is a soft off white vinyl like the rest of the cabins. The forward cabin has a mid size overhead hatch allowing plenty of natural light and ventilation. The ensuite head offers a custom vanity with a full width mirror, a polished stainless steel sink, and handy teak shelving area for sundries. The head is electric with pushbutton operation, which flushes the head to the forward holding tank.

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