The proper comparison JeffH should make is between the First series and the Sun Fast series.

Jeanneau sailboats quality. Henri Jeanneaus passion and commitment to quality boat building began in 1957. Hunters IMHO cant be classified generally - certain years had better construction than others. Our customers help drive the innovation and quality that are the hallmarks of Jeanneau.

No matter which model you choose youll be impressed with the level of quality craftsmanship that goes into these boats. Designed by great naval architects each sailboat launched by the brand benefits. Purchase liveable sailboats and powerboats for fishing cruising and water sports.

Beneteau also has two distinct lines. Boats for sale through the JEANNEAU dealer network. Famous for their Cruisers Cruisers RacerCruiser Sloop and Sports Cruiser the Jeanneau boats listed generally have an extremely deep draft and narrow beam qualities that make them popular and an excellent choice for overnight cruising watersports sailing day.

Upwind with strong weather they are almost as bad as the others because the BD is as low as on the other brands not allowing power to cope with stronger upwind conditions. The low point is the Lowrance navigation electronics tome obviously executed by manic pixies on acid. The Jeanneau Sun Oddysey series is far superior in quality to the Beneteau Oceanus series in construction design and finish.

JEANNEAU is a brand of the BENETEAU Group. Gulfstar Yachts founded in Florida in 1970 by Vince Lazzara a pioneer in fiberglass production boatbuilding turned out a full line of roomy affordable cruising sailboats but arguably the best was the Gulfstar 50 introduced in 1975 and continuing in production until 1980. I do believe that the construction quality of Jeanneau boats of my year and earlier was definitely better than Beneteau.

Jeanneaus NC 1095 offers up to three private staterooms and unparalleled bow access all under 35 feet LOA. Keep reading to learn more. Highlights are the books for the Yamaha engine and the boat itself.