Presented by
Rick St Cyr, CPYB
1970 Hinckley 40' (12.19 m) Bermuda 40
Norwalk, Connecticut, United States
A Hinckley Bermuda 40 Without Equal
Flag of Registry: United States
- Ketch / Antique and Classics
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| Total Refit |
| New Sails |
| New Engine |
| All new electronics throughout vessel |
| Fresh water marine head |
| Notable Upgrades: Architecturally remastered. This is a one of kind collector's yacht. We are seeking the next custodian. |
Description
A Bermuda 40 Without Equal
There are yachts that are sailed, and there are yachts that are collected.
This offering is unmistakably the latter.
Conceived during the golden era of American yacht building by Carl Alberg and brought to life by Hinckley Yachts, the Bermuda 40 has long stood as a benchmark of proportion, balance, and quiet capability. Few remain in truly exceptional condition. Fewer still have been elevated beyond preservation into something far more rare.
This vessel represents that distinction.
Over the course of a meticulous, 2-year design-led transformation under the guidance of her current steward, an accomplished architect, she has been reimagined not simply as a yacht, but as a study in maritime architecture. Each intervention reflects a disciplined design philosophy: proportion honored, materials expressed honestly, and every detail resolved with clarity of purpose.
Sightlines are deliberate. Transitions are seamless. The interplay of light, texture, and form reveals itself gradually, rewarding a practiced eye. Nothing feels added; everything feels inevitable.
The result is not restoration. It is curation.
Her ownership history is as disciplined as her execution. Just three stewards have carried her forward, each contributing to her legacy without compromise. That provenance is evident not in a single detail, but in the cohesion of the whole where craftsmanship, material selection, and design language converge into something quiet extraordinary.
Step aboard, and the experience is immediate. The joinery speaks in warm tones and precision. The deck lines remain pure, uninterrupted, and unmistakably Hinckley. Systems are modern, integrated, and invisible to the eye supporting the design without ever interrupting it.
This is a yacht that invites admiration at anchor as much as under sail.
A vessel equally at home in a curated harbor, a private collection, or on passage along the world’s most storied coastlines.
This offering is not for everyone.
It is for the individual who understands that true value is not created by scale, but by intent.
Offered discreetly to qualified buyers through Veteran Yacht Sales.
Highlights:
- Repowered with new Yanmar engine
- New structural stringers added
- Ports removed and professionally rebedded
- Salon table redesigned and enlarged from original
- Reverse-cycle air conditioning system (2 years old)
- All new electronics throughout vessel
- New navigation station
- New electronics panel above sink area
- All new headliners installed
- Real teak and holly sole flooring
- Replaced hatches with translucent hatches
- Screens for hatches included
- Fresh water marine head
- Air-cooled refrigeration system (not water-cooled)
- Lee board installed under bunk
Electrical & Battery Systems
- New starter batteries located under V-berth
- New house batteries located under starboard settee
Water & Plumbing
- Approximately 110 gallons of water storage under V-berth (2 tanks)
- New fresh water anchor washdown forward
- Hot and cold transom/stern shower
Ground Tackle
- New windlass installed forward of V-berth
- Anchor locker with approximately 200–250’ of all-chain rode
Ownership & Maintenance
- Only 3 stewards since 1970
- Professionally maintained
- Stored indoors during winter months
Specifications
In Stock: Yes
LOA: 40' 9'' (12.42 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1970
Documented Year: 1970
Beam: 11' 9''
LOD: 40' 9''
LWL: 28' 6''
Draft Max: 8' 6''
Draft Min: 4' 3''
Cabins: 1
Sleeps: 4
V Berths: 1
Heads: 1
Cruise Speed: 7.25 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Finish: Awlgrip / Gold Leaf
Hull Shape: Monohull
Special Offer: Yes
Bridge Clearance: 58'
Fuel Tank: 50 Gallons (189.27 Liters)
Fresh Water: 110 Gallons (416.4 Liters)
Displacement: 20500 lbs
CE Certified: Yes
Designer: William H. Tripp Jr.
Interior Designer: Hinckley Yachts in collaboration with William H. Tripp Jr.
Builder: Hinckley Yachts
Exterior Color: Navy Blue
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Yanmar
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Engine Location: Middle
Full Details
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
Contact Us
Veteran Yacht Sales
612 Third Street
Suite 2B
Annapolis MD 21403 USA
Phone: 1-443-512-2960
Email: support@veteranyachtsales.com
Website: https://veteranyachtsales.com
Annapolis / Mid-Atlantic
Veteran Yacht Sales, headquartered in the maritime capital of Annapolis, Maryland, brings together a team of experienced yacht professionals dedicated to delivering a personalized approach to every client’s yachting journey. As a full-service yacht brokerage, we specialize in exceptional powerboats and sailboats from 30 to 120 feet, serving enthusiasts throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Our dedication to customer satisfaction goes beyond buying and selling, as we proudly serve as the Mid-Atlantic headquarters for Kufner Yachts USA. Discover the difference of Mission Driven Yachting in Annapolis and across the region.
Rick St Cyr, CPYB
Managing Yacht Broker & Advisor
612 Third Street
Suite 2B
Annapolis MD 21403 USA
Office: 1-443-512-2960
Cell: 1-443-294-5161
Email: rstcyr@veteranyachtsales.com
Rick St. Cyr is a Managing Yacht Broker & Advisor with Veteran Yacht Sales, bringing a mission driven approach to professional yacht brokerage and industry leadership. Raised on the New England coast, he developed an early connection to the water that continues to shape his professional focus and long-term vision.
A United States Coast Guard veteran, his maritime experience extends far beyond recreational sailing. He has operated in demanding environments including the Arctic, Antarctica, Australia, South America, and the Southern Ocean off Cape Horn. These experiences reinforced the importance of preparation, seamanship, and disciplined execution.
Rick is an accomplished competitive sailor with experience in major offshore and coastal regattas such as Block Island Race Week, Miami Race Week, and numerous East Coast events. His racing background informs a leadership style centered on teamwork, accountability, and performance under pressure.
His industry involvement includes service on the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Marine Trades Association and work as Editor in Chief of Sailing Strategies. He holds the Certified Professional Yacht Broker designation through the Yacht Brokers Association of America and is an active leader within the International Yacht Brokers Association. His contributions to the industry have been recognized internationally, including being named a two-time recipient of the Groupe Beneteau Top Gun Award in Paris.
Through his leadership, Veteran Yacht Sales operates as more than a brokerage, serving as a platform focused on elevating standards, advancing professionalism, and contributing meaningfully to the global yachting and sailing community.