1975 CUSTOM KETCH Altair Compare

Built by Custom Ketch in 1975, Kalypso is a 14.26-metre sailing ketch of the Altair model, a unique design conceived and engineered by a naval architect at the Stizi shipyard in Toulon, France. She represents a classic era of traditional boatbuilding and offers genuine character combined with proven ocean-going capability. Her hull is constructed in mahogany planking crossed on oak frames, with three layers of epoxy applied to the sides, providing solid structural integrity suited to extended offshore passages.

Below decks, Kalypso retains her original interior materials in good condition, including mahogany joinery, cork and copper fittings, giving her a warm and coherent classic aesthetic. The saloon offers a comfortable dinette with generous headroom and beam, making the living area practical for daily use at sea or at anchor. The layout includes three cabins, and the onboard kitchenette completes a practical and liveable arrangement. A naval survey was carried out in June 2022, confirming the vessel to be in good order and ready to sail.

Kalypso is well suited to buyers looking for a characterful and seaworthy classic sailing yacht for private use, whether for coastal cruising or longer passages. Her moderate displacement-to-ballast ratio and generous beam contribute to comfortable sailing behaviour, while her proven track record across the Atlantic and the Mediterranean speaks to her reliability as a bluewater vessel. She is a sound choice for an experienced sailor seeking a well-built traditional ketch with a documented history of safe offshore sailing.

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