Nicholson 58 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · centerboard

Rig

Ketch

LOA

57.58' · 17.55 m

Disp.

53,025 lbs · 24,052 kg

First year

1984

The Nicholson 58 represents the zenith of the seriesproduction era for Camper & Nicholsons, a vessel that bridged the gap between the bespoke wooden masterpieces of the early 20th century and the modern superyacht industry. Launched in the 1970s and designed primarily by Raymond Wall—then the firm's chief designer—the 58 was conceived as a highlatitude, goanywhere auxiliary ketch. Built to rigorous Lloyd’s specifications at the Gosport yard, the hull was constructed of heavyduty glassreinforced plastic (GRP), offering a level of structural overengineering that has become the hallmark of the Nicholson "Blue Water" pedigree. Unlike the lighter, performanceoriented Nicholson 55, which found fame as the standard sailtraining vessel for the British Royal Navy, the 58 was tailored for the private owner who demanded ultimate security and comfort during transoceanic passages.