1977 CUSTOM BUILT 80 Brigantine Confronta

Built on a custom basis in 1977, Devil's Gauntlet is a 24.38-metre brigantine sailing vessel constructed as a full-size replica of the 1768 Royal British Navy ship Sultana. Her hull is built from a Kevlar/polymer composite, a construction method known for its durability and resistance, and her build benefited from the shared expertise of the Philip & Son Shipyard in Dartmouth, England. She features two wooden masts with sails and rigging described as intact and in excellent condition, including newly made custom Windjammer sails, along with traditional period-accurate hardware such as Norwegian ash block and tackle with Kevlar rollers, African mahogany deadeyes and belaying pins, and Oregon White Pine spars throughout.

Devil's Gauntlet accommodates up to 14 guests across five staterooms, including a master stateroom with a private en suite head featuring a large bathtub with waterfall shower. The vessel was comprehensively refitted between 2019 and 2022 and holds a USCG Certificate of Inspection for 49 passengers, making her suitable for commercial passenger operations. Her equipment list is extensive and includes a Cummins 210HP turbo diesel engine with only 1,038 hours, a 5,000W inverter/charger, an 800W solar system, a 500W wind generator, a Spectra 300 GPD watermaker, Starlink internet, two air conditioning units, a full-size washer and dryer, two ice makers, a Force 10 propane stove and oven, a full-size side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, an ElectroScan waste treatment system, Garmin GPS and radar, and a comprehensive fire and safety package including a Fireboy Halon engine room system and 71 USCG-compliant life jackets.

This vessel is well suited to a buyer seeking a highly distinctive sailing vessel with dual private and commercial potential. The USCG COI for 49 passengers opens the door to charter or event operations, while the five-stateroom layout, comprehensive onboard systems, and the transferable slip berth make her equally viable as a privately operated passage-maker. A buyer with an interest in maritime history and a desire for a vessel that stands apart from conventional production sailing yachts will find Devil's Gauntlet a genuinely rare opportunity. She was surveyed in February 2025, receiving an overall rating of "Excellent," and survey records are available to qualified buyers.

Bella Yacht assists buyers throughout the acquisition process, from availability checks and yacht analysis to negotiation strategy, survey coordination, documentation, refit advice, crew, delivery and post-purchase support. Our role is to help clients evaluate this yacht with clarity, compare it with relevant alternatives and secure the best possible conditions.