1996 Pacific Seacraft Pacific Seacraft 40

Step aboard and you’ll feel what sets this Crealock 40 apart: the sense of security underfoot. High bulwarks, stout handholds, and a deep, protected cockpit invite you to move around confidently in a seaway. The cutter rig, with manageable sail sizes and robust hardware, is made for shorthanded passages and easy reefing when the breeze pipes up. Below the waterline, the long fin keel and skeg‑hung rudder give a steady, predictable motion that tired crew truly appreciate on night watches. Down below, the joinery has that solid, shipwright-built feel—ventilated lockers, seagoing fiddles, and practical storage that actually works offshore instead of just at the dock.

Waters here demand a boat that’s comfortable in a blow yet slippery in light air, and the Pacific Seacraft 40 excels at both. Its moderate displacement and powerful sail plan keep you moving when the wind goes soft, while the hull form and ballast ratio deliver confidence when the forecast turns “sporty.” The protected cockpit and substantial dodger area are ideal for long days under way or riding out a front at anchor. With generous tankage and systems laid out for maintenance, this design suits extended cruising between remote harbors, where self‑reliance and a forgiving motion matter far more than marina amenities.