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If I was thinking fibreglass then the Amel would be my choice, comes with a front bulkhead and Henri knew what he was doing when he made those as circumnavigators.

However a steel boat would give me a more secure feeling when things go bump in the night.

Something like this. 1990 Southern 50 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com

 

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The 425 is essentially the same as the 422 but with a bit extra on the sugar scoop.

90 galls water which is insufficient unless you have a reliable watermaker.

In mast furling was standard. [ Hate the the things. ]

Ensuite heads for the aft cabin which might suit you.