Yacht Buoy
I spent 6 years at sea travelling the world while serving in the Royal Navy (two Frigates and an Aircraft Carrier). But I have been around boats and the sea since I was a kid.
I also spent just under two years volunteering as a coastal crew member in the RNLI (search and rescue) at one of the busiest RNLI stations in the UK.
I LOVE cruising in rough weather (as long as I am on the right vessel!)
I have had a passion for boats/yachts and the sea since I was 9-years-old (31 years ago!). When I was a teenager, I used to read 'Boat International' and I spent many hours daydreaming about life on the water. Anyone who has been to sea, and enjoyed their experience, will confirm that once you are 'hooked' then there is no going back.
I love explorer yachts and trawler yachts and anything that floats on the water. I also love naval architecture and marine engineering & technology. This channel is about sharing my passion with other like-minded seafarers and shipmates :-)
Yacht Buoy
If you missed this one, it’s worth a watch.
An 18 metre Dutch steel yacht, built like a small ship, with twin engines, stabilisers, and serious range. Yet she’s on the market for €249,000. That price alone has sparked a lot of discussion, and for good reason.
This video breaks down what’s solid, what needs work, and who this boat actually makes sense for. No hype, just a straight walkthrough and an honest look at the numbers. If you’re even slightly interested in project yachts or long range cruisers, have a look and let me know what you think.
11 hours ago | [YT] | 11
View 0 replies
Yacht Buoy
Would you take on this €249k explorer yacht project? The debate in the comments on my latest video is heating up! Watch the full tour full tour and decide for yourself! https://youtu.be/Oh7YG7WMfzM
4 days ago | [YT] | 54
View 4 replies
Yacht Buoy
🚨 The Missing Footage: Fisher 30 🚨
I couldn't show the engine room in the video, so I wrote a report on it. Read it here: johnjohnsonyachtbuoy.substack.com/p/the-fisher-30-…
I break down:
The "Hidden" Engine Upgrade (It's a Volvo Penta MD2040B)
The real-world range calculations.
Why the "Canoe Stern" is great for safety but tricky for liveaboards.
If you are serious about explorer yachts, come join me in the "Engine Room."
1 week ago | [YT] | 231
View 3 replies
Yacht Buoy
Why rent a flat when you could buy this for €95,000?
The full tour of the Fisher 30 Pilothouse goes live today at 18:00 GMT.
This boat is built like a North Sea trawler but feels like a cosy tiny home inside. It might just be the best value pocket cruiser I have ever filmed.
Click the link below and hit "Notify Me" to join the Premiere. I will be answering questions in the live chat! 👇
https://youtu.be/vHSiYIlvo_0?si=yNvxD...
1 week ago | [YT] | 188
View 5 replies
Yacht Buoy
The Fisher 30 Pilothouse is a boat that does exactly what it was built to do. Full-displacement hull, deep bilges, GRP construction, and a proper wheelhouse with an outside helm. It’s from 1975, but still holds its own as a serious little cruiser for anyone who values practicality over polish.
She’s currently listed for sale at €95,000, which is around £81,000 or $102,000. If you like traditional trawler-style boats with character and capability, this one’s worth a closer look.
I’ll be filming the full tour tomorrow, so if you want to make sure you catch it, head to my bio. And if you want to browse other trawler-style boats in the meantime, check out my 'Trawler Yacht' playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
1 week ago | [YT] | 205
View 8 replies
Yacht Buoy
Sherakhan is a 69.65m steel-hulled charter yacht with proven capability and large guest capacity. Originally built as a Dutch training vessel, she was converted in 2005 and now operates globally with a range of 3,500 nautical miles and accommodation for 26 guests and 19 crew.
With commercial pedigree, a full-displacement hull, and at-anchor stabilisation, she is well suited to long-range cruising. Key features include a gym, spa, sundeck jacuzzi, and a 7-metre atrium. The interior, styled by Claudia Rijntjes, balances comfort with function, including a private jacuzzi and terrace in the master suite.
She’s currently available for charter from €595,000 per week (approx. $618,000 / £507,000). Would a yacht like this suit your cruising plans?
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 38
View 0 replies
Yacht Buoy
Honest question: Would you feel safer in a modern GRP cruiser or this 25-tonne Dutch Steel tank? This Mulder 54 is built like a little ship.
👇 https://youtu.be/zlRGMmKweOo?si=0b0ID...
2 weeks ago (edited) | [YT] | 164
View 7 replies
Yacht Buoy
Is this the perfect €295k Liveaboard?
I just toured this Dutch Steel Explorer and the engineering is impressive.
Watch the full tour here: 👇
https://youtu.be/zlRGMmKweOo
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 128
View 4 replies
Yacht Buoy
This is Poolster! An 18.45 metre steel trawler yacht and motor sailer designed by Martin Bekebrede and built in the Netherlands. She displaces 60 tonnes and features a round-bilged hull for excellent directional stability and softer motion in a seaway, making her ideal for extended offshore cruising. With a cutter rig, stowaway mast and auxiliary sail power, she’s been rebuilt for range, redundancy and reliability.
Powered by a single MAN diesel with keel cooling and dry exhaust, she cruises at 8 knots with a range of around 3,500 nautical miles. Onboard systems include twin generators, a Rainman watermaker, and over 8,000 litres of fuel capacity. She’s currently listed for €599,000 VAT paid, which is approximately £511,000 GBP or $653,000 USD.
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 56
View 0 replies
Yacht Buoy
If you’re into slow, purposeful cruising, then take a look at this one. The SK Kotter 1250 Pilot is a 12.5 metre steel displacement yacht with a low air draught, twin thrusters, and a Volvo D3-110 at the heart of it all. Dutch-built, full hard-chine hull, and a design that favours long-distance, year-round use.
Insulated throughout, double-glazed windows, a Webasto sliding roof and heating system, with a range that I’ve estimated at around 750 nautical miles at seven knots. It’s a proper long-range cruiser that doesn’t need a crew to operate.
She’s now for sale at €279,000, or around £239,000 / $303,000. What would you change or add to make this your ideal liveaboard?
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 24
View 0 replies
Load more