43' Jim Smith - JIM SMITH FOR SALE

Experience the allure of this exquisite 43' Jim Smith walkaround, expertly crafted with cold-molded technology. Powered by 2023 quad 350hp Mercury Verado outboards, this stunning yacht boasts approximately 370 hours of use and comes with extended Platinum engine warranties from the date of purchase. This high-end vessel features a diesel generator, a spacious bridge deck equipped with air conditioning, and a Seakeeper gyro stabilizer for ultimate comfort. Enjoy entertainment at sea with a new KVH TV5 satellite dome and a fresh EZ2CY enclosure, complemented by luxurious cushions from Canvas Designers and a full bow lounge pad.

Currently stored out of water on a lift, this yacht for sale showcases a beautiful teak cockpit and cover boards, complete with a mezzanine seat and rocket launcher. The faux painted toe rail and full walkaround non-skid decks enhance both functionality and style. If you're looking to buy a yacht that combines elegance with performance, this is an exceptional opportunity. Explore yacht sales in the current boat location and make this stunning vessel yours today!

Overview and Accommodations

The one and only 43' Jim Smith Tournament Boats walk-around is a remarkable vessel that has recently undergone significant upgrades and is now unexpectedly available. This yacht offers a comfortable bridge deck equipped with air conditioning and features new Canvas Designer cushions on a ladderback bench helm seat, complemented by a second lounge seat positioned forward of the helm. Access to the cabin is through a sliding panel door located forward on the port side.

Upon entering the cabin, five steps lead you down into a beautifully crafted interior adorned with satin-finished teak cabinetry, which is both attractive and expertly executed. The galley, situated on the starboard side, boasts a bullnose Corian countertop, providing a sleek and functional space. Forward in the cabin, a V-shaped seating lounge with a teak table offers a versatile area that can be transformed into a berth with the addition of a filler cushion. Just aft on the port side, you'll find a full head with a separate shower stall, featuring a vanity top that matches the galley, adding a touch of elegance.

Moving aft, there is a separate cabin with generously sized twin berths, providing ample space for relaxation. Above the door to this cabin, the main cabin TV is strategically placed for optimal viewing. The cabin sole is finished with Amtico laminate teak and holly, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the interior.

This exceptional yacht is kept on a boatlift and, in the summer of 2023, was upgraded with four new 350hp white Mercury Verados, which come with Platinum warranty coverage, ensuring peace of mind and reliability.

Bridge deck

The bridge deck of this yacht is a masterclass in design and functionality, featuring a 2023 Canvas Designers 3/4 enclosure. The forward three panels are crafted with EZ-2-CY, while the side panels are made with soft materials and equipped with U-Zips for added versatility. The deck itself is adorned with elegant teak decking, providing a classic and sophisticated look. At the helm, you'll find a varnished teak helm pod and a Mercury control binnacle, both mounted on teak for a seamless aesthetic.

The upright electronics console is a standout feature, housing three 16-inch Garmin screens that are protected by sliding clear Lexan panels, with a magnetic compass conveniently positioned on top. On either side of the helm pod, opening cabinets are fitted with mounted instruments, ensuring everything you need is within easy reach. The bridge deck is also equipped with air conditioning, enhancing comfort during your voyages.

Helm seating is designed as a bench/cabinet with a removable white ladderback, complemented by new Canvas Designers cushions and a fold-down aluminum footrest. The cabinet is accessible from the cockpit and includes proper tackle drawers and storage, making it as practical as it is comfortable. Forward of the helm console, a lounge seat with new cushions offers additional relaxation space. Beneath this seat are two stainless-lined, insulated, refrigerated boxes that can be set to function as freezers if desired. Below these boxes, a small opening step provides convenient storage for shoes or general items, adding to the thoughtful design of this exceptional bridge deck.

Electronics, navigation, and entertainment

The electronics, navigation, and entertainment systems on this yacht are state-of-the-art, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience on the water. At the heart of the navigation suite are three Garmin 7616 multi-function GPS/Chartplotters, providing precise and reliable charting capabilities. Complementing this is the Garmin GMR 2526 xHD2 open 6' array radar, equipped with bird mode for enhanced detection. The Garmin GSD Chirp recording echosounder, paired with an Airmar B275LH wide CHIRP transducer, offers exceptional underwater imaging and depth analysis.

Weather updates are readily available through the Garmin GXM52 Sirius Weather module, while the Garmin GHP Reactor autopilot with SmartPump and GHC 20 control ensures smooth and accurate course management. Communication is handled by two Standard Horizon Matrix-series GX2000 VHF radios, each with Comrod 4' antennas, ensuring clear and reliable contact. For traditional navigation, a Ritchie PowerDamp 5-inch magnetic compass is also included.

Security and tracking are enhanced with the GOST NavTracker 1.0, and visibility is improved with the ACR RCL-100D remote control spotlight. Entertainment on board is top-notch, featuring a KVH Track-Vision 5 SAT TV antenna installed in 2023, along with a Direct TV H24 HD Sat TV receiver for a wide range of viewing options. The Fusion BB300R marine stereo offers AM/FM, Bluetooth, and satellite radio capabilities, powered by a JL Audio MHD 600 amplifier. The sound system is completed with two JL Audio M770 speakers in the cockpit and two 6.5" JL Audio speakers on the bridge deck, delivering high-quality audio throughout the vessel.

Cabin and galley

Access to the cabin from the bridge deck is through a tinted glass sliding door framed in white aluminum, leading you down five teak steps into a space of elegance and functionality. The cabin is adorned with beautifully satin-varnished teak cabinetry and wainscoting, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. To the right, the galley is equipped with Corian countertops featuring a bullnose curved edge, providing both style and durability. The galley includes a Dometic CR-0110S 3.35 cubic foot under-counter refrigerator, an LG stainless steel front microwave neatly housed in a cabinet, and a Blanco stainless steel single basin undermounted sink. The sink is complemented by a Moen faucet with a removable spray nozzle head, adding convenience to the culinary experience.

The flooring throughout is Amtico teak and holly laminate, enhancing the cabin's aesthetic appeal. Storage is ample with teak drawers and cabinets, and a trash can is conveniently located beneath the sink. Forward in the cabin, a V-shaped lounge with blue upholstered cushions surrounds a teak triangular table. This table can be lowered and, with the addition of a filler cushion, converted into an extra berth, offering versatility for guests.

To the port side, the door leads to the head, while aft, a stateroom with twin berths provides comfortable sleeping quarters. Above the door to the stateroom, a Samsung flat-panel TV is mounted, ensuring entertainment is always at hand. This cabin and galley area is a perfect blend of luxury and practicality, designed to meet all your needs while at sea.

Stateroom

The stateroom, located aft in the cabin, welcomes you with a teak-framed entryway that sets the tone for its elegant design. Inside, you'll find twin bunk berths, each offering convenient storage space beneath the beds, ensuring ample room for personal belongings. Between the berths, a teak nightstand serves a dual purpose, also acting as a cover for the Seakeeper gyro, seamlessly integrating functionality with style.

The flooring is crafted from Amtico teak and holly laminate, adding a touch of sophistication to the space. Teak cabinetry is thoughtfully placed outboard on either side of the berths and along the aft bulkhead, providing additional storage and enhancing the room's aesthetic appeal. Mounted on the forward bulkhead wall, ahead of the portside berth, is a new Samsung flat-panel TV, installed in 2023, offering entertainment options for relaxation. This stateroom is a harmonious blend of luxury and practicality, designed to provide comfort and convenience during your time on the water.

Head

The head on this yacht is a blend of functionality and elegance, designed to provide comfort and convenience. It features a Headhunter freshwater toilet, ensuring reliable performance. The flooring is crafted from Amtico teak and holly laminate, adding a touch of sophistication to the space. Entry is through a hinged teak door, equipped with a magnetic opening keeper for ease of use.

The vanity area is adorned with a Corian top and backsplash, providing a sleek and durable surface. An oval Kohler Caxton undermount ceramic sink is paired with a brushed nickel Moen faucet, combining style with practicality. Above the vanity, a large teak-framed mirror enhances the sense of space and light.

Storage is ample, with teak cabinetry offering both drawer and door options to keep essentials neatly organized. The separate shower compartment is painted white and includes a molded seat and a shower wand fixture, providing a comfortable and private space for bathing. Additional features include a 110v outlet and an exhaust fan, ensuring the head is both functional and well-ventilated. This thoughtfully designed head is a testament to the yacht's commitment to luxury and practicality.

Fishing equipment

The fishing equipment on this yacht is designed to meet the needs of serious anglers, offering both functionality and convenience. At the heart of the setup are the Rupp Top Gun Z-30 radial outriggers, equipped with 18-foot silver single-spreader poles, which are currently stored off the boat for safekeeping. These outriggers are essential for enhancing your fishing experience, allowing for a wider spread of lines.

Underdeck fishboxes provide ample storage for your catch, while the transom livewell, complete with a light and fish box, ensures that bait and fish remain fresh and ready for action. For those using electric reels, two 12v outlets are conveniently located under the gunwale, providing easy access to power.

A teak 6-rod rocket launcher is mounted on a 4-inch chrome stanchion, offering a sturdy and stylish solution for rod storage. Additionally, six rod holders are flush-mounted in the coverboards, and two rod holders are positioned on each rear hardtop support, maximizing your fishing capabilities.

Tackle storage is thoughtfully integrated into the design, with dedicated space inside cabinet doors on the aft side of the helm bench seat and mezzanine seat backrest. This ensures that all your fishing gear is organized and within easy reach, making your fishing trips both efficient and enjoyable.

Cockpit

The cockpit of this yacht is a masterful blend of style and functionality, designed to enhance your on-water experience. The teak cockpit, complete with rounded teak coverboards, exudes elegance and durability. For convenience, both fresh and saltwater washdown spigots are available, ensuring that cleaning up after a day of fishing or cruising is a breeze. Beneath the deck, an Eskimo crushed ice machine feeds directly into the fishbox, keeping your catch fresh and ready for storage.

Stainless scupper drains are strategically placed in the aft cockpit corners, ensuring efficient water drainage. A three-sided canvas fly cover provides protection from the elements, while two Lumitec cockpit spreader lights, molded into the hardtop, illuminate the area for nighttime activities. The aft-facing cushioned lounge seat, also known as the mezzanine, offers a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Beneath the aft lounge, access to the machinery space reveals the generator, battery chargers, pumps, and water heater, all neatly organized for easy maintenance. Additional storage compartments are located on either side beneath the steps leading to the bridge deck, providing ample space for gear and equipment. The cockpit is also equipped with a dockside power 50amp inlet plug, ensuring that all your electrical needs are met while docked. This thoughtfully designed cockpit is a testament to the yacht's commitment to luxury and practicality.

Hull and deck equipment

The hull and deck equipment of this yacht are meticulously designed to ensure both performance and comfort. The hull is constructed using a cold-molded technique, with the hull bottom crafted from a Donald Blount design, renowned for its efficiency and stability. Enhancing maneuverability, the yacht is equipped with a Wesmar DC bow thruster featuring a 9-inch tunnel, with a new bow thruster scheduled for installation on October 1, 2024.

For optimal trim and stability, Humphree x-series interceptor blades and an auto-trim controller are installed. The bow is fitted with a stainless steel towing eye, providing durability and strength. The toe rail is elegantly painted to mimic teak, adding a touch of sophistication, while the walk-around decks are finished with a non-skid paint for safety.

In 2023, Canvas Designers introduced a new forward deckhouse sun-lounge cushion, complete with Bentley stitching and an attached headrest pillow. This cushion is protected by a fitted, zippered water-resistant cover when not in use and includes a cutout for the forward deck hatch. Anchoring is made easy with a Lewmar electric windlass, featuring a stainless pulpit chute and a polished chrome anchor, all housed within an anchor locker on the foredeck.

The yacht is equipped with eight stainless steel cleats, six of which are pop-up style with recessed back plates, ensuring secure mooring. An Armstrong dive ladder with an attach bracket at the transom provides easy access to the water. Completing the deck equipment is a white single trumpet air horn mounted on the hardtop, ensuring you are heard when needed. This comprehensive array of hull and deck equipment underscores the yacht's commitment to quality and functionality.

Electrical equipment

The electrical equipment on this yacht is designed to provide reliable power and efficient energy management, ensuring a seamless experience on the water. The yacht is equipped with a 50amp 240v dockside shore power system, complete with a 50-foot cord and a Cablemaster cord winder for easy handling and storage. Power generation is handled by a Kohler M-9EK02D 8.5kW generator, housed in a sound shield enclosure to minimize noise and ensure a peaceful environment.

The main electrical panel inside the cabin features 120v/240v AC and 24v DC circuit breakers, along with voltmeters and amp meters for precise monitoring. Additional 12V DC switches are conveniently located aft beneath the helm seat. The yacht is powered by six AMG PC1200T batteries, each equipped with radial shutoff switches for safety and control.

Charging and maintenance of the batteries are managed by a Mastervolt battery charger and a Guest ChargePro battery maintainer, ensuring optimal performance and longevity. An audible high water bilge alarm provides an extra layer of safety, alerting you to any potential issues.

LED lighting is installed throughout the cabin, cockpit, bridge deck, and utility space, offering energy-efficient illumination. For added ambiance and visibility, the yacht features two Lumishore underwater lights. A Raritan 6.5-gallon hot water heater ensures a steady supply of hot water, enhancing comfort on board. This comprehensive electrical system underscores the yacht's commitment to quality and functionality, providing peace of mind and convenience for all your adventures.

Engines and mechanical equipment

The engines and mechanical equipment on this yacht are designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability. Powering the vessel are four White Mercury 350hp Verado outboards, installed new in 2023, with approximately 370 hours of use. These engines come with a Mercury Platinum engine warranty, providing coverage through the spring of 2030, ensuring peace of mind for years to come.

The yacht is equipped with a Mercury Marine Smartcraft Vessel View 703 display, offering comprehensive engine monitoring, along with separate start/stop switches for ease of operation. Fuel management is handled by Mercury Marine spin-on fuel filters and a digital throttle and shift control binnacle, ensuring smooth and efficient performance.

Stability is enhanced by a Seakeeper 6 gyrostabilizer, installed in 2020, with a control panel conveniently located in the cabin below the main electrical panel. The SeaStar power steering system provides precise handling, while four aluminum fuel tanks with fills on both port and starboard sides ensure ample fuel capacity. Aeroquip CG approved fuel lines add an extra layer of safety.

The yacht is equipped with an automatic fire suppression system in the utility/generator room, along with a freshwater washdown water pump and a Headhunter 110v freshwater system pump. A two-gallon Jabsco accumulator pressure tank supports consistent water pressure throughout the vessel.

For bilge management, there are two Rule 2500 automatic bilge pumps located aft and two forward, ensuring efficient water removal. Climate control is maintained by two self-contained FCF 12k BTU air conditioning systems, along with a Dometic self-contained bridge deck A/C system. Bronze underwater thru-hull seacocks complete the mechanical setup, underscoring the yacht's commitment to quality and functionality.

Broker comments

Jim Smith Tournament Boats are renowned for their high-quality, handmade construction and innovative design features, and this 43' model is no exception. This particular hull marked the beginning of a series of outboard walk-around boats from the builder, showcasing their commitment to excellence and creativity. Equipped with a set of new engines that come with many years of warranty, this vessel ensures reliability and peace of mind for its owner. The inclusion of a Seakeeper Gyro enhances stability, making for a smoother ride in various sea conditions. The comfortable bridge deck and outdoor sun lounge provide ideal spaces for relaxation and enjoyment during cruising days. This yacht offers a multitude of options for the fortunate owner, combining luxury, performance, and versatility in one exceptional package.

Custom disclaimer

The Company presents the details of this vessel in good faith, but it cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information, nor can it warrant the condition of the vessel. Prospective buyers are encouraged to instruct their agents or surveyors to thoroughly investigate any details they wish to have validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price changes, or withdrawal without notice. Buyers should assume that anything not specifically mentioned on the specification sheet may be excluded from the sale. Items such as handheld electronics, tools, fishing tackle, dive gear, weather gear, personal safety gear, and navigation charts will not be included. Upon presentation of a written acceptable offer to purchase, a complete written list of exclusions can be provided upon request.