Looking at a Sabre 34...

Sabre builts nice boats. There were two versions 34-1 (84 and earlier) and 34-2 (85 to about 91) and two keels (deep fin and keel/CB). For racing the deep keel is better and for cruising the Bahamas the keel/CB would be preferable. Both the hull and deck are cored so a good survey is essential.

Thank you Jim....The boat is a 79 with the deep fin....I didn't know the hull was cored as well as the deck...Looking for a Surveyor in Northern Michigan...

More recent designs from Sabre seem to focus more on creature comforts and cruising than some of the older cruiser/racer models. We looked at a Sabre 34 and liked the interior layout. It was sensible if not spacious, and they do have a reputation for being well put together. The 34 also has nice lines. Some of the others seem a bit boxy and high-sided. It is certainly a 1st boat you could be proud of. You could do a lot worse and go a lot slower than with a Sabre 34.

If you haven't already done so, check out the Sabre 34-1 reviews on Sailing Magazine | Home and on BoatUS.com: BoatUS Home Page by Jack Horner.

I just purchased a 1984 Sabre 34 as my 1st boat. Did a lot of research and was looking for a 30 when I found this boat. Will launch next week for a three day voyage home. Cannot wait.

Thanks Paul for the response...Jim...excellent article thank you...and dvzee can I ask what you gave for your 84....Still haggling with the seller but called a surveyor today to get him started...Think I just might end up with a Boat for Christmas....and have to wait for May before I can sail her home...