The innovative cockpit includes lengthy 6'6" seats and a starboard cockpit seat which converts to a double berth or deck lounge. The seats are extended to an 18" depth for additional comfort and protection from the weather. The deck features twin helms on performance pedestals and angled foot braces for the helmsman. 

The engine control is starboard and low enough to prevent tangling with the sheets. The sleek, low profile cabin structure with flush deck hatches creates excellent visibility and the helmsman's seating is raised over 7" above the port and starboard lounge seats for improved line of sight. Large pushpit seats are situated behind the helmsman on both the port and starboard sides. The winches are placed well aft for ease of single-handed sailing. Stoppers for the main and jib sheets are located just in front of the aft winches to remove a tripping hazard and allow a comfortable seating position on top of the combings. The line of the deck and shape of the topsides aims for a dry, comfortable ride. The deck hardware is oversized for additional safety and ease of handling.

A self-tacking working jib and jib traveler are standard. Main and jib sheets are lead to the helm for efficient short-handed sailing. Roller furling mainsail and headsail are standard, and Picture Perfect has an additional 135% genoa with adjustable track. There is also a Code 0 asymmetrical reaching sail that attaches to an integral mount at the bow anchor roller. A double anchor roller is included with the ability to carry two permanent anchors with two rodes in a divided bin, and Picture Perfect has an upgraded Ex-Cel primary anchor with Mantus swivel. The windlass is operated by a wired remote control and there an option to be able to deploy the anchor from the cockpit. The foredeck is large to provide space to work on the foresail. Excellent upwind performance is created by inboard chain plates for improved sheeting angles.

The weather decks are open and wide at 25" and deliberately uncluttered to provide excellent visibility and ease of movement. The stanchions and lifelines are raised to 28" for extra safety on deck. The 6' cabin top space forward of the traveler creates an additional sunbathing and lounging area towards the bow of the boat. The diamond non-skid provides a robust and low maintenance surface under foot. A flush hatch is situated on the stern and is large enough for life raft or dinghy storage. There is a retractable stern platform which is ideal for swimming and, when combined with the split backstay, eases boarding from the stern.

The companionway hatch is made of Lexan which is strong enough to walk on and allows light through to the main saloon. The ergonomic cockpit is complemented by the recessed companionway which creates a resting and bracing surface for comfortable and safe operation of the halyard winches. The port side cabin can be entered via a unique vertically telescopic cockpit hatch.

The spacious feel is continued below deck, with 6'-8" head room in most areas. Six large, fixed ports recessed into the hull provide lots of light and visibility, which is complemented by direct and indirect LED lighting. The central gull wing ceiling hatches provide excellent ventilation.

The saloon is a truly usable living space, with a large U-shaped dinette and lounging chairs. There are large double cabins aft on both the starboard and port sides. The aft double bunks feature 54" width at shoulder level. Storage includes hanging lockers in both aft cabins. The port cabin is easily converted to a storage cabin or workshop with the large cockpit hatch for on deck access. All cabins are solidly built to provide sound privacy.

The large galley includes a front-loading refrigerator and a separate top loading freezer. There is a three-burner polished stainless steel stove with oven and a microwave. There is plenty of counter space and an additional pull-out countertop for over the stove. The double sink faces the saloon seating area and the splash guard is short and transparent.

The 425 is designed for easy maintenance. A central accessible mechanical space provides excellent access to the primary engine, generator, water heater and air conditioners. Access is provided both under the companionway steps and through the port side aft cabin, which simplifies maintenance and inspections necessary for systems reliability. A dedicated filter locker is a unique feature. The Yanmar 57hp diesel engine is electronically controlled for improved economy and can be interfaced with Raymarine chart plotters for engine monitoring. Large capacity fuel, water and waste tanks are designed to benefit cruisers and are readily accessed. The electrical panel is high quality, hinged aluminum with space for additional breakers and equipment.

The 425 has two spacious heads with elegant basins, enclosed showers and electric heads. One has a separate shower stall.

The forward owner's cabin features a large centerline berth with an elevating adjustable mattress for reading and watching TV, a large blanket bin under the berth, and a 40" hanging locker.

The 425's extensive safety features are numerous. The watertight collision bulkhead is a below water impact absorbing chamber with a watertight collision bulkhead. The rudder system creates failsafe steering and the rudder has a molded-in leading edge to avoid the need for a vulnerable seam on the foil's vertical centerline. The T-Beam mast step structure provides all the benefits of a deck stepped mast and the strength of a keel-stepped mast. The mast support/ chainplate system facilitates load resolution and watertight integrity. The load bearing grid work is extensive and prevents hull flex while distributing the weight of the keel. It has an internal flange hull to deck joint for extra strength. Methyl methacrylate adhesive is used in the hull to deck joint and to bond the structural grid which carries the weight of the rig and the keel. Knitted fabrics are used to create a stronger laminate without additional weight. End grain balsa coring is used above the waterline for additional stiffness and insulation. The hull has a molded-in fiberglass toe rail. The lead keel is designed to absorb impacts for safety and requires less maintenance than other materials. The ballast ratio is high at 40%. All systems are designed following the recommendations and standards of the ABYC and IMCI to earn the highest rating of Category A - Unlimited Offshore.

One-Piece Fiberglass Hull with End Grain Balsa Core Sandwich Construction Above the Waterline, and a Vinylester Integral Barrier to Resist Osmosis Blistering

One-Piece Fiberglass Deck with End Grain Balsa Core and Molded-In Diamond Pattern Non-Skid Surfaces Finished in Two-Tone White and Grey

One-Piece Fiberglass Deck Liner Finished in NonGlare Texture

One-Piece Molded Fiberglass Structural Grid

One-Piece Molded Fiberglass Hull Liner with Satin Finish

Lead Fin Keel with 316 Stainless Steel Attaching Bolts

Five Year Gel Coat Blister Protection

Five Year Hull Structure Warranty

SPARS & RIGGING

Furling Mainsail with Vertical Battens

Self-Tacking Jib, with U.V, Protection, White

Complete Standing and Running Rigging, 316 SS

Internal Pre-Stretched Dacron Halyards

Wiring Conduit with Messenger in Mast

Selden In-Mast Mainsail Furling System

Selden Anodized Double Spreader Mast and Boom

SAIL HANDLING & EQUIPMENT

(2) Two-Speed Self Tailing Primary Winches

(2) Two-Speed Self Tailing Jib Halyard Winches ST Port/Starboard

Double Ended Mainsheet System Led Aft to Helm Position

(1) 10" Winch Handle, ball bearing

Ball Bearing Mainsheet Traveler with Car Adjuster System led to Portside

11' Genoa Tracks Inboard with Ball Bearing Low Lead Blocks

All Halyards led Aft, to Sheet Stoppers

Headsail Furling System

Selden Boom Vang, Rigid Adjustable Type

PROPULSION, STEERING & CONTROLS

Single Lever Engine Controls Mounted on Starboard Side

Yanmar 4-Cylinder Diesel Engine, 57 HP, Fresh Water Cooled with Common Rail Electronic Fuel System

Bronze Propeller, Three Blade

Sea Water Filter for Engine Cooling

Centrally Mounted Electronic Engine Instruments

Emergency Tiller Access and Emergency Tiller

Dual Station Pedestal Steering with wheel brake

Twin 32" Destroyer Wheels

Bilge Blower and Ventilation System

Illuminated Compass in Cockpit Table

DECK HARDWARE

Fiberglass Cockpit Table with (2) Leaves, Foot-brace, Center insulated Compartment, and Handrails

Walk Through Stern with Transom Boarding Platform

Stern Boarding Ladder. Telescopic Type

27" Double Lifelines with Gates Port and Starboard

Mooring Cleats, Two Fore and Aft

Midship Spring Line Cleats

Molded-In Gel Coat Waterline, Midwatch Blue

Midwatch Blue and Silver Sheer Stripes

Large Double Anchor Rollers on Foredeck with Mounting Point for Code 0 or Asymmetrical Spinnaker

Electric Anchor Windlass with Power Up and Down Handheld remote control

Large Divided Anchor Locker for Below Deck Chain and Rode Storage

Stainless Steel Handrails on Cabin Top

Stern Rails with Observation Seats, Cup Holders, Outboard Bracket and flag staff mount

LPG Storage Locker for (2) 10 lb. alum. Tanks

Hot & Cold Shower Mounted in Transom Boarding Area

Water-Tight Strike Zone Collision Bulkhead at Bow

INTERIOR

Multi coat Varnish Finish on Interior Teak and maple

Veneer Bulkheads with Solid Teak Trim

Cabin Window Shades

Navigation Station with Chart Table and 110- and 12-volt outlets & USB port

Owner's Stateroom with Large Double Berth. Cedar lined Hanging Locker, Drawers, and Private Head with vessel sink

Teak and Holly Textured High Pressure Laminate Sole

Inner Spring Mattresses on Fore and Aft Berths with Custom Fitted Sheets

LED Interior Lighting

Main Saloon Features Large Dinette, Gloss Finished Dining Table to Port, Seating Starboard with central navigation table

Guest Stateroom Aft on Starboard, Features Large Double Berth, Hanging Locker, and ample storage

Third Cabin Aft to Port, Convertible to Double Berth, Upper/Lower Berths, or Storage Locker

Dedicated Cabinet for easy access to Engine Filters located in Aft Port Cabin

GALLEY

Front Loading Refrigeration, D.C. Powered with Freezer Compartment

Top Loading Insulated Compartment, Available as a Second Refrigerator or Freezer

Polished Double Stainless-Steel Sinks

Large Storage Cabinets over Galley

Large Storage Lockers with Drawers and Bins

Gimbaled (3) Burner L.P.G. Stove w/Oven, Polished

Multi-Drawer Bank with Utensil Storage Rack

Microwave Oven, AC Powered

Single Lever Faucet with Pull-Out Sprayer

PLUMBING SYSTEM

Pressure Water Distribution System with Filter at Pump and Tank Selection Valves for (3) Tanks

11 Gallon Hot Water Heater with Engine Heat Exchanger and 110V Electric Heating Element

Electric Macerating Heads (2) with Holding Tanks and Deck and Thru-Hull Outlets

Electric Bilge Pump with Float Switch

Manual Bilge Pump and Bilge High Water Alarm

Head Compartment Forward with Vanity Counter, Medicine Chest and Shower Compartment Stall

Head Aft with Vanity, Sink, Medicine Chest, and Shower

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Three Heavy Duty 8-D 12 Volt Marine Deep Cycle Batteries

60 Amp Battery Charger, Multi-Bank Automatic

L.E.D. Running Lights, Fore and Aft

110 Volt, 30 AMP Shore Power System with circuit breakers

110 Volt, 30 AMP, Shore Power Cord 50 ft.

L.E.D. Anchor Light at Masthead

12 Volt Lighting Throughout

Custom 115 Volt AC/12 Volt DC Electric Panel

Circuit Breakers for AC and DC Electrical Panel and Windlass Control

Shore Power Galvanic Isolator

Ground Fault Circuit Protection with ELGCI

A.C. Duplex Receptacles Throughout

SAILING INSTRUMENTS

Raymarine i70 2-Multi Function Displays with Transducer 1 Mounted at Port and the other at Starboard Helm Stations - Speed, Depth & Wind

Wing Keel

Leather Wrap Grey Wheels in Lieu of Standard Stainless Steel

Electric Mainsail / Mainsheet Winch on Starboard Cabin Top

Closed Cell Cockpit Cushions Textilene /Grey w/White Piping

Forward Deck Lounge Cushion

Extra Plug for Windlass Control in Cockpit

Canvas Package: 2x Wheel Covers 1x Table Cover 4x Winch Covers

Bimini/Dodger Combo with Connector

Upgrade Dodger with Makrolon Abrasion Resistant Windows with Covers in

Lieu of Vinyl Windows

Interior Cushions & Bedding Ultra Leather Cream

Generator 6 KW Northern Lights - Fresh Water Cooled

Fresh Water Quiet Flush Heads in Lieu of Standard

Air Conditioning (2) Reverse Cycle Heat 16,000 BTU

Auxillarv Fuel Tank under starboard aft berth 18 Gal

Gallev Drawer Refrigerator in lieu of Standard Door

Additional Refrigerator for Second Icebox in Gallev

2000 Inverter in Lieu of Standard Battery Charger

AGM Lifeline Batteries in lieu of standard House Batteries

AGM Lifeline Starting Battery

Rigid Rub Rail PVC with Stainless Steel Cover

Bow Thruster 6.5 HP Lewmar

Furling Mast (Selden) Furling Mainsail with Vertical Battens

U.V. Protection Standard Main & Headsails - Cadet Grey

UPS Asym Reaching Sail w/Selden Code X Furler w/Sheets

Doyle 135% RF Durasail Genoa with Starboard Cadet Grey UV and Flattener (2024)

Raymarine i70 Depth Speed and Wind System

Raymarine i70 Multifunction Display

Raymarine Axiom 9s Pro in NavPod        

Ravmarine AIS700

Raymarine 18" Quantum 2 Doppler Radar

Raymarine Evolution EV-400 SailPilot System

Fusion MS-670 Marine Stereo System with Bose Speakers

43" Smart 4K Ultra HDTV System

24" HDTV Forward Cabin TV

Lightning dissipator at mast head    

LED Spreader lights

Dinghy Davits

Standard Horizon GX2400B (lnternal AIS & GPS), Remote MIC at Helm

Masthead VHF antenna and wiring

LG Solar Panel mounted to davits Victron MPPT and wiring to house batteries

Highfield RIB dinghy

Yamaha 4hp 4-stroke outboard

Extensive sailing gear and spare parts

Mainsail: In-mast furling main

Genoa: 135% RF genoa

Jib: self-tacking jib

Reacher: Asym Code O tackes to bow

I= 55′ 4″

J= 15′ 6″

P= 50′ 4″

E= 17′ 4″

Sail Area / Displacement Wing Keel: 19.4

Standard Furling Main: 465 ft2

Standard RF Jib Self Tacking: 398 ft2

Total with main + working jib 863 ft2

Optional RF Genoa 135%: 539 ft2

Total with main + genoa 1,004 ft2

Optional APC Spinnaker: 1223 ft2

Total with main + asym 1,688 ft2

True to the 5 Series philosophy, the new 425 is contemporary in style, and traditional in function and practicality." - Cruising World

"... the style is clean, simple and strong...the interior layout is a well-thought-out design...This layout would be excellent for a couple with two kids... The starboard seat [on deck] is much deeper than the port cockpit seat. This is brilliant! If you are going to sit upright all you need is an 18-inch-deep seat. But if you want to really relax and sprawl you need at least 22 inches of depth and 36 inches is even better. If you doubt me, the next time you go sailing with the family just look how people sit on the settees when you are underway. Women like to sit with the legs curled up under them. You can't do this on an 18-inch-deep seat. Whoever made this design decision should get an award. Plus, think of the comfortable napping place it makes. I know my boys would have fought over it as their sleeping spot for the night." - Robert H. Perry, Sailing Magazine

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