I have a much clearer picture now.
Updated Key Findings:
- Designer: Henry Scheel. This confirms my earlier correction. Charles Morgan was the founder of Morgan Yachts, but Henry Scheel designed the 452.
- Production: 1978.
- Variations: It was "Sold as the MORGAN 45 for a period but similar to MORGAN 46/MORGAN 461, 462, 463, etc. from a design and molds originally created by Henry Scheel.". This implies a series of related designs. Some results refer to "Catalina Morgan 45", suggesting that Catalina continued production or a similar model under the Morgan name after acquiring the company. The specifies "Morgan 452", so I'll focus on that and mention the lineage.
- Design Philosophy: "slightly more spacy hull design". The similar Morgan 46 was intended as a "long-distance cruiser" with its design, deck layout, and accommodations reflecting this. The Catalina Morgan 45 is described as having "strong construction, comfort at sea".
- Sailing Performance: "moderate weight sailboat which is under powered. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has an excellent righting capability if capsized.". The ketch rig "allows for better comfort and stability when sailing downwind or on a broad reach.". "Fin keel" and "skeg hung rudder".
- Accommodations: "Spacious and light classic teak interior, 2 cabins and salon, 4(+2) berths, forward cabin with king-sized berth and ensuite" (this is for a Catalina Morgan 45, likely very similar to the 452). Equipped with 140 US gallons of water capacity.
- Owner's Perspectives: General forums for Morgan boats exist. Some common issues on older Morgans, like deck/hull joint leaks, are mentioned for other models 13 for Morgan 30, but not specifically for the 452. A forum post mentions "Morgan 45 seems like a good prospect but I'm concerned that the 46 HP" (implying the engine may be seen as underpowered by some). Another mentions issues with a Perkins 4-108 engine in a Morgan 45. The search states it's "under powered" which aligns with the owner concern about engine HP.
I have enough information to construct the article, including an "Owner's Perspectives" section based on the "underpowered" comment and general engine concerns common to older boats of this type.
I will now proceed with generating the article based on the structure and content requirements.