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Alachua, FL Company officials today
announced the launching of their newest model, the
Hunter 39. This new boat replaces the highly successful
Hunter 38 retaining some of the boats most positive
interior characteristics and marking major improvements
in several key areas suggested by dealers and customers.
John Peterson, Hunter's Director of
Sales & Marketing said, "Our main goal
was to build on our previous success by creating
a more striking appearance and a better cockpit
with dual helm stations. We also wanted to incorporate
some exciting advancements in interior appointments."
Peterson added, "The deck profile and hull
shape represent a new direction for the company.
The extended hull improves sailing performance and
contributes to the sleeker look we've been developing."
The new Hunter 39 hull is 18 inches
longer than the previous 38 footer providing a longer
waterline and more spacious swim platform that improves
boarding access from a dinghy.
On deck, the new twin wheel configuration
provides the helmsperson with the ultimate in comfort,
control and visibility for every point of sail.
Transom access from the cockpit is improved with
a wide, unobstructed walkway between the wheels.
The centerpiece of the cockpit is
a versatile table with features that enhance comfort
and utility. It serves well as both a hand hold
and foot brace but also contains drink holders and
a deep storage bin. Fold out leaves expand serving
capacity for mealtime gatherings. The compass is
mounted at the aft end above a pivoting chart plotter
bracket that holds an optional Raymarine E-Series
MFD.
Other on-deck highlights include:
" Flush mounted deck hatches.
" Doubled Ended Mainsheet. Introduced previously
on larger models, this new feature allows adjustment
from either the cabin top or port helm station.
" Stainless Steel Traveler Arch. Provides the
leverage of end-boom sheeting without the cockpit
clutter.
" B & R rig by Selden. The B & R design
with fractional sailplan is reliable, stable and
easer to handle than conventional masthead rigs.
Selden's fanatical attention to detail ensures long
term performance unmatched by any spar manufacturer.
Construction is the same modular method
used on other Hunter models. The hull is balsa sandwich
above the waterline with solid FRP below the waterline
and two layers of Kevlar in the forward sections
for extra impact resistance. The structural grid
/ pan is hand laminated in a single piece and fused
to the hull with the interior components preassembled
in place. The plywood cored deck is matched to the
hull using an outward flange joint sealed with 3M
5200 and mechanically fastened with both screws
and bolts.
Below decks, this new model retains
the very popular (two stateroom / one head) layout
of the Hunter 38, however some new enhancements
have been added to improve the function and appearance.
" A new faux granite galley countertop material
adds dramatic flair to the interior and is accented
by a stout stainless steel keeper rail around the
edges that functions well as a sturdy handhold.
" The cherry laminate woodwork is complimented
by new beveled laminate flooring for a richer feel.
" Larger fixed deck ports in the salon and
galley add volumes of natural light.
" The nav station has been redesigned to accommodate
a cleaner chart plotter installation and more open
table space.
" The head has new solid surface materials
in the vanity counter and floor to improve the appearance
and reduce maintenance.
Following are a few differences
from the
Hunter 38-
Exterior
Twin helms
“Sleek” styling
Center cockpit table
Pivoting chart plotter bracket
New style anchor roller and
New rubrail around bow
Double ended mainsheet
Larger swim platform
Handrail cut outs on cabin top
Halyards covered
Flush mount hatches
Anchor locker lid fixed
Louvered opening port cover over galley
No Flexiteek
Interior
New style stainless handrails in galley
Corian backsplash in galley
New folding shower door
Corian in shower floor
Curved sink base and cabinet door molded
New style nav station
Outboard plotter mount
One hull port on each side in salon (38 had none)
New style engine box
New door catches
New DINETTE TABLE
