DAYCHASER - BARTON & GRAY YACHTWORKS FOR SALE

The Daychaser is a luxury dayboat and sport motor yacht that balances footprint and volume, stretching to just under 50 feet with a generous 15-foot beam. Designed for gatherings and open-air enjoyment, it unfolds into four curated areas: a forward sun lounge for tanning and conversation, a pilothouse wet bar for casual meals and cocktails, aft deck chaises for laid-back lounging, and a wide, full-beam swim platform aft for watersports and effortless shore access. Below, you’ll find an oversized head with a proper shower, a dedicated nav desk, abundant lockers, and a snug daybed for quick escapes. The galley sits up in the pilothouse for seamless service and entertaining. From the helm, the skipper commands cutting-edge navigation with an intuitive joystick docking system, delivering smooth, confident handling whether used as a day cruiser, express cruiser, coastal cruiser, or superyacht chase boat tender.

Overview

All of Daychaser’s elegance rises above a rigorously engineered powertrain, safety suite, and mechanical backbone housed in the engine room. The design brief draws on more than 17 years of delivering top‑tier concierge yachting services, meeting demands rarely encountered in typical recreational boats. Barton & Gray Mariners Club distilled thousands of operational hours to identify where standard recreational equipment falls short and specified the modifications that ensure optimal performance, resulting in a yacht of extraordinary reliability. Commercial‑grade Cummins diesels are paired with a generator and an electrical architecture suitable for military duty, while robust firefighting, weather‑avoidance, drainage, and monitoring systems meet the highest standards of the United States Coast Guard. Liveability is equally considered: a bow lounge beckons with exhilarating forward views; a generous stern platform invites lounging, swimming, and gearing up for watersports; the pilothouse bar becomes a favorite perch for gathering in comfort; a galley‑up layout keeps cuisine and beverages right on deck; and an aft deck, inspired by the Hinckleys, wraps guests in deep chaise comfort for unhurried conversations underway or at anchor.

Hull and deck

The hull, deck, and hardtop are executed in wetpreg Pro-Set epoxy resin with e-glass and Corecell/Airex construction, using knitted e-glass reinforcements and cross-linked PVC cores of varying densities—specified in high‑temperature grades on dark, sun‑exposed surfaces. All composite parts are post‑cured to eliminate print‑through, with solid reinforcements at every thru‑hull and high‑density cores at each thru‑deck penetration. Bulkheads are 1" (25 mm) foam‑composite, fully tabbed to hull and deck, and the bilge is finished in clean white for visibility. The composite‑cored hardtop caps a striking exterior specified with Awlgrip: topsides in Jet Black with a contrasting boot stripe in Insignia White, a deck in glossy Awlgrip Insignia Signal White accented by clear‑coated teak in Awlgrip, and a bottom protected by VC Offshore antifouling over an epoxy barrier coat in black.

Aft cockpit

The aft cockpit is a social haven built for watersports and easy living, with an aft bench concealing stowage for gear and a dedicated fire extinguisher, complemented by Sunbrella canvas cushions. Two large watertight hatches open to the engine compartment, while port and starboard L‑shaped settees integrate deployable boarding steps and additional storage. An Inoxstyle two‑piece hot/cold quick‑connect shower is poised on the swim platform for a rinse after a swim. USCG‑certified stainless‑steel rails and a boarding gate underscore safety, and a Fusion hideaway stereo—with remote control—drives JL Audio speakers to set the perfect soundtrack astern.

Dining area

Amidships, a U‑shaped settee invites unhurried meals and lively conversation, with capacious storage beneath and plush Sunbrella canvas cushions ensuring lasting comfort in all weather.

Galley

Entertaining is effortless at the wet bar, which conceals smart storage and an ice chest beneath a refined Caesarstone countertop. Two Release Marine Back Fin bar stools transform the pilothouse bar into a favorite perch, while a Kohler hot/cold chrome faucet serves a Kohler stainless‑steel sink, polished by a General Ecology Seagull IV purifier for crystal‑clear potable water. Provisions are kept impeccably with two Vitrifrigo DW70RXP4 stainless‑steel refrigerator drawers, a Vitrifrigo W35 RXP4 single‑drawer freezer, and two Webasto BI41 dual freezers. A large watertight hatch provides access below to the MEP space and a dedicated watersports stowage area.

Helm

The helm marries precision and poise with two Release Marine Trillion piloting seats set before a Vetus KW 38 wheel crowned by a varnished mahogany rim. Visibility is assured by Exalto variable‑speed windshield wipers and a Ritchie SS‑2000 4.5" SuperSport compass, while a Kahlenberg D‑0A air horn with automatic fog and anchor signal timer elevates your presence. Vigilant systems include four Rule/Ultra Switch 2000 units delivering independent visual and audible alarms at the helm, ensuring the skipper is instantly informed.

Cabin

A serene retreat awaits below, finished in satin sapele with polished stainless‑steel hardware. An acrylic sliding companionway door leads to companionway stairs crafted from solid teak over a polished stainless‑steel ladder assembly. Partition bulkheads are 3/4" (19 mm) marine‑grade okoume with sapele veneer, with 1/2" (13 mm) marine‑grade okoume joiner panels, solid‑wood corner posts and fiddles, and doors and drawer fronts in solid and plywood‑veneer raised panels; a solid headliner and a teak‑and‑holly sole complete the timeless ambiance. A dedicated desk and workstation with a Release Marine Trillion seat provide a productive nook, while a double bed with a 6" memory‑foam mattress promises deep rest. A Chelsea 4 1/2" ship’s clock and barometer in nickel keep impeccable time, and a Fusion hideaway stereo with three remotes and JL Audio speakers sets the mood.

Head

The head is impeccably appointed with a Dometic 8290 low‑profile macerating toilet and a Kohler hot/cold brushed‑brass faucet and shower. The space gleams in Awlgrip Signal White satin, with 3/4" (19 mm) marine‑grade okoume partition bulkheads and 1/2" (13 mm) okoume joiner panels, solid‑wood corner posts and fiddles, and a varnished teak toilet cover. A 3/8" (9 mm) clear tempered‑glass shower door with CR Laurence hardware and wipes speaks to quality, while six storage lockers, a sapele countertop and sink, a solid headliner, and a teak‑and‑holly sole deliver enduring practicality; the shower sole is finished in Valo Mosaics tile.

Forward cockpit

Forward, a generous seating area with a service table creates a breezy perch to watch the horizon, with Sunbrella canvas cushions ensuring lasting comfort. A large watertight deck hatch grants access to the MEP space below and provides forward access to the ground‑tackle arrangement, while a Jabsco quick‑connect stainless‑steel freshwater washdown fitting stands ready for swift clean‑ups.

Deck equipment

On deck, two Lewmar Flush 2G‑44 hatches with integrated shade/screen systems pair with two Lewmar size‑60 low‑profile hatches to bathe the interior in light and air. Safety and practicality are amplified by a Nautinox2390 GL under‑mount slide‑out emergency ladder, a Barbour R 1279 rub rail capped by a solid stainless‑steel half‑round with stainless end caps, and a Barbour R 1008 quarter guard with stainless trim. A Harken front sliding windscreen assembly streamlines airflow, while a Muir Storm VR2200 hydraulic windlass with an 8 mm gypsy offers deck and bridge controls with lanyard for effortless anchoring. Ground tackle includes an Ultra 27 (60 lb.) paired with 3/8" (8 mm) 200' stainless‑steel chain rode and a Fortress FX‑23 stern anchor with a 35' rode. Mooring is handled by two 12" stainless‑steel bow cleats and six 10" stainless‑steel cleats, with stainless‑and‑teak safety grab rails close at hand. A Flemming 48" flagstaff flies a 36" x 60" USA flag, complemented by a Flemming 24" x 1" flagstaff with a B&G burgee. Thoughtful touches abound: transom lockers for watersports gear, Wichard folding fender pad eyes, an overabundance of cup holders, and Aqua Grate T1210 FRP grating in the forward bilges, machinery spaces, and engine room.

Mechanical equipment

Authority on the water comes from two Cummins QSB6.7 engines rated at 550 hp at 3800 rpm, each protected by a Racor 900MA Turbine Series fuel filter/water separator, with a Racor 500MA Turbine Series unit serving the generator. Power is delivered through two Twin Disc MG5075SC gearboxes with a 1.33:1.00 ratio via two 30" U‑joint jackshafts to two Hamilton HJ322 0 degree units. Serviceability is elevated by a Reverso GP‑3025‑12 Oil X‑Change system, GrocoARG‑2000‑P engine raw‑water strainers, and a GrocoARG‑750‑P Seakeeper raw‑water strainer, while ZipWake E‑Series active stabilization with automatic trim and list control keeps the ride composed. Comfort systems include a 13‑gallon UL 1453 or UL 174 compliant water heater, a Flowjet Quiet Quad water pump, Aeroqiup fuel lines, a two‑zone Dometic 32,000 BTU HVAC system with a GrocoARG‑1000‑P HVAC raw‑water strainer and a Dometic PMA1000 HVAC raw‑water cooling pump. Exhaust is routed through Centek components, and a 12 VDC/130 A alternator supports onboard loads. The engine room breathes via a Delta T HVAC system with emergency shutoff, and Fireboy MA20450227‑BL automatic fire suppression protects the engine and machinery spaces with a manual pull at the helm. Close‑quarters control is enhanced by a Sleipner SEP 210 24 VDC bow thruster. Bilge management includes two Attwood sump tanks with pumps, while a Kahlenberg KC‑6 2 hp air‑compressor system feeds a 20‑gallon tank.

Navigation equipment

Command‑grade navigation is centered on two Garmin 8617 displays, with Garmin radar, a dedicated Garmin autopilot display, and a Garmin VHF for clear communication. Dockside and in tight quarters, Glendinning ProPilot joystick control delivers fingertip precision. Night passages benefit from a Golight 32264‑TB with a 15420 lens, and the yacht carries full navigation and anchoring lights for unequivocal signaling.

Electrical equipment

Electrical confidence comes from a Northern Lights 12 kW genset in a sound‑attenuating enclosure, supplying a 12 VDC system and a 120 V 60 Hz system. The genset’s raw‑water supply is filtered by a GrocoARG‑750‑S strainer, and distribution is organized through a Blue Sea DC/AC panel. Quiet operation is enhanced by a Centek Vernalift 10 x 18 inline muffler. Power management features a Mastervolt CombiMaster 12/2000‑100 (120 V) and a Glendinning CRMA 50/63 50 A retractable shore‑power system, while Hubble combination 120 V/USB outlets bring convenience to every cabin. Energy storage is robust: two Penn 8D 245 amp‑hour house batteries, two Penn 8D 245 amp‑hour bow‑thruster batteries, and two Penn 4D batteries providing 1100 CCA starting capacity. Ambience and safety are elevated by LED interior color‑change lighting with dimmers and scene settings, and three Lumishore EOS SMX153 fixtures light the water with dramatic effect.

Safety and fire equipment

Prepared for the unexpected, the yacht carries an 8‑man IBA raft; adult Type‑1 PFDs matched to the vessel’s final maximum capacity; and a 24" throwable life ring with an attached 60' line and a mounted light. A float‑free EPIRB is installed for prompt alerting, while three Amerex Fire 456 extinguishers are positioned at the bar, the stern, and the interior. Two mounted rescue flares are stowed in lockers, and three 3‑gallon ACR fire buckets stand ready. A ditch bag is kept at hand. A hand bilge pump features a hose long enough to reach overboard from each bilge. For recreation and peace of mind, the yacht also carries PFDs for every age group: adults 4, youth 4, children 2, and infants 1.

Commissioning

Handover is comprehensive and turnkey, with full fuel and water, complete sea trials, owner orientation, and commissioning. Four large fenders with covers and 3/4" braided dock lines—three 15' and five 25'—make arrivals effortless. Two boathooks, with one mounted aft for the man‑overboard procedure, stand ready. Compasses are adjusted and delivered with a deviation card and a navigation chip. A toolkit and engine spares, 50' and 25' dock hoses, and a flare kit for coastal alert/locate with day‑and‑night signaling are included, as is an ACME medical kit for eight‑person coastal cruising, four LED flashlights, and complete owner’s operation and system manuals.

Broker comments

Doug Gray puts it best: “Daychaser’s DNA is 17 years of yachting. Hundreds of thousands of hours, tens of thousands of passengers, sandbars, major metros, engagements, birthdays, retirements, countless regattas, clambakes, snorkels, laughter, and funerals. I truly believe no other yacht has been more researched or developed. Design and manufacturing are important and we chose the best to partner with on this project. Daychaser represents our passion, our blood and sweat, and our future.”