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    Fort Lauderdale FL
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    YACHT NAME:
    2009 Custom Crystal Yachts EMPIRE SEA
    MODEL:
    Crystal Yachts
    BUILDER:
    Custom
    YEAR BUILT:
    2009
    LOCATION:
    Fort Lauderdale FL
    ASKING PRICE:
    $4,795,000
    DESIGNER:
    William Shad Turner (USA)
    HULL:
    Steel
    CATEGORY:
    Motor Yachts

    DESCRIPTION:

    EMPIRE SEA was designed and built as a full-displacement expedition yacht, ideally suited for diving and offshore sport fishing, while offering the accommodations and amenities typically found on much larger motor yachts.

    Over the past 10 years, she has been meticulously maintained and continuously upgraded by her current Owner on an “open checkbook” basis, ensuring she remains in true turnkey condition and ready to cruise in all respects.

    KEY FEATURES:

    •    Designed for long-range cruising

    •    Expansive open deck spaces

    •    Equipped for offshore fishing & diving

    •    High capacity davit  for tender storage

    •    Powerful CAT main engines provide the capability  to tow a large tender

    •    Excellent ownership history of 10 years with the current owner.

    •    Low crew requirements for easy management

    •    Large portholes for ample natural light

    •    Exclusively used for private purposes


    Steering System
    Joystick Control CONSTRUCTION

    Steel hull and superstructure, teak decks

    DIMENSIONS

    General
    Length Overall (L.O.A.):        

    • 117.08 feet    
    • (35.69 meters)  

    Length at Waterline (L.W.L.):        

    • 101.00 feet    
    • (30.78 meters)    

    Beam (molded):          

    • 28.50 feet    
    • (8.68 meters)  

    Draft (loaded):                    

    • 7.50 feet  
    •  (2.34 meters)  

    Tonnage:                    

    • 208 gross
    • 78 net            

    Capacities
    Fuel Capacity:                

    • 13,366 US Gallons    
    • (50,596 liters)    

    Water Capacity:                  

    • 1,278 US Gallons    
    • (4,838 liters)    

    Black Water:                  

    • 1,420 US Gallons    
    • (5,405 liters)

    Lube Oil:                        

    • 328 US Gallons    
    • (1,241 liters)

    Waste Oil:                        

    • 166 US Gallons    
    • ( 628 liters)                

    Speed            
    Maximum:            

    • 14.0 knots    
    • 78 US Gallons /hr        
    • 2,000 nm    

    Cruising:            

    • 12.0 knots    
    • 51 US Gallons /hr        
    • 2,750 nm  

     Economical:        

    • 10.0 knots    
    • 36 US Gallons /hr        
    • 3,241 nm    
    MACHINERY

    Main Engines
    Engine Type:

    • (2) Caterpillar 3412, @ 1,400 Hp each
    • Fully serviced by Anchors of America June 2024
    • Walker Airsep turbo intake filters

    Gearboxes for Main Engines: (2) Twin Disc MG-6556DC Ratio 3-1
    Drive: (2)  4-bladed skewed 34”

    Generators & Electricity
    Generators: 

    • (2) Northern Lights 65Kw Generators
    • NEW installed 2025

    Shorepower: New transformer changed to 480v

    Batteries:

    • REPLACED 2025- all main engine/gens
    • NEW 2025 battery chargers

    Air Conditioning
    Type:  2 units- 120,000BTU and 90,000BTU

    Other Machinery
    Watermakers: (2) FEI MAX Q / 1275 GPD each - NEW 2025 with piping replaced
    Trim Tabs/Stabilizers: Wesmar 1600 2- Fin
    Bow Thruster: NEW  & UPGRADED 2025 with new bridge controls
    Steering System: Hydraulic
    Sewage System: 

    • Headhunter HMX- USCG approved
    • Jet Vacuum heads, fresh water

    Fresh Water System: NEW 2025 pumps & mainfolds

    COMMUNICATION, NAVIGATION & ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS

    Communication Systems
    SATcom:G6 unit/gyro Trac
    Telephone System: V11- HTS Dual Mode (voice/data)    
    VHF:  ICOM M604
    Cellular Phone System:  digital 4000
    WIFI: Wi-Fi access throughout for Owner, guests, crew, A/V equipment, Data from single panel Marine Starlink
    LoudHailer: Furuno LH3000 to Engine room / forward & aft

    Navigation Systems
    Radar: (2) Furuno 1964c 12kw and 25kw
    AIS:Furuno F-150
    Sonar: Furuno CH250BB 88Kz    
    Gyrocompass: Simrad RGL 50    
    Auto Pilot:  Simrad AP50
    Depth Sounder: Furuno dual frequency 2kw
    GPS:Furuno Navnet GPS32B receiver
    Chart Plotter:Timezero electronic chart plotting system
    Wind/Speed Log:  B&G Hydra H1000 Wind Anemometer

    Entertainment System:

    • Sound and Video is fed throughout the boat on RTI T3X Wi-Fi enable remote controllers in each zone, there are also RTI KX3 wall controllers throughout for SONOS sound feed, streaming and DirectTV feed.
    • Audio speakers throughout vessel
    GALLEY & LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT

    Main Galley Equipment
    Cooking Equipment:   

    • GE profile SS 4-burner glass cooktop
    • GE profile Microwave/convection oven
    • Samsung microwave oven

    Refrigeration/Freezer: 

    • Leib Herr refrigeration/freezer
    • Perlick freezer
    • (2) 180 cubic feet walk in refrigerator & freezer
    • (1) 122 cubic feet walk in center refer in engineering aft compartment
    • Scotsman Icemaker

    Dishwasher: Fisher Pikel dishwasher

    Additional Galley Equipment
    Cooking Equipment: Force 10 propane BBQ (deck)
    Refrigeration/Freezer: Various icemaker/refers

    Laundry Equipment
    Main Laundry Equipment: Whirlpool Duet stacking washer/dryer

    DECK EQUIPMENT

    Anchor Windlass System: (2) Muir Model 4500 Vertical
    Anchors:   (1) 80 KG BRUCE type
    Anchor Chain:   

    • (1) 5-shots (450’) chain port
    • (1) 5-shots (450’) starboard

    Bridge deck Davit: 

    • Steelhead Marine CT3500
    • Tender Crane controls rebuilt 2025

    Swimming Platform:  With removable railing stanchions

    Jacuzzi: Foredeck (4-persons)

    SECURITY, FIRE FIGHTING & SAFETY EQUIPMENT

    Security Equipment
    CCTV System:Panasonic Digital Video Multiplexer WJFS 
    Cameras: (4)
    Monitors: (5) 18” Green Marine color

    Fire Fighting Equipment
    Fire Control System: Seafire FM-200 fire extinguisher (engine room)
    Fire Extinguishers:  (16)
    Other:  

    • Seafire FM-200 fire extinguisher (engine room)
    • Deck fire system rebuilt 2025

    Safety Equipment
    Life Rafts:  2) Viking 12 Person life rafts
    Life Rings:  (2)
    Life Vests:   (30) USCG approved life vests
    EPIRBS: (1)
    Medical Equipment: Yes

    ACCOMMODATIONS

    MAIN DECK AFT    
    Empire Seas partially covered after deck is comfortably furnished with U-shaped settee and cocktail table centerline forward. There is also an exterior wet bar with marble top, refer, BBQ aft and day head. There are stairs to the large aft open deck aft that has been used for fighting chair and sportfishing, access to the dive lazarette and watersports storage is in the center of deck. There are also two large fish wells under the deck. The swim platform is aft on centerline with port and starboard stairs


    MAIN DECK SALON
    Entry to the Main Salon is port and starboard aft, opening to the full beam entertaining area aft, with oversize windows port and starboard for panoramic views of every port of call. The open arrangement comes with a large L-shaped couch, game table, dining table and additional comfortable seating encouraging relaxing interaction in a elegantly casual environment. There is a large television that is on lift that comes out of starboard side cabinet aft of the starboard side double entry doors.

    MAIN DECK DINING
    The open Dining Salon adjoins the Main Salon forward, with a rectangle dining table for eight guests. Mid Salon starboard is the entry foyer which opens to the deck companionway, the dining area to starboard joins the main staircase to the bridge and owner’s stateroom and access to the galley forward.

    MAIN DECK GALLEY
    The Galley is on the main deck forward of the dining area, with central island and large pantry adjoining doors are aft which is perfect for seamless service. The galley features huge windows—a chef’s dream. Port and starboard deck access further facilitating ease of service.

    BRIDGE DECK MASTER STATEROOM
    Empire Sea features a large Master suite aft on the bridge deck aft with King bed, extensive storage, couch and chaise lounge area with expansive windows to further enhance the spaciousness of the stateroom. The ensuite Master Bathroom has a large glass shower with electric opaque windows and electric blinds

        WHEELHOUSE/BRIDGE DECK
    Forward on the Bridge deck, the Wheelhouse has a complete navigation arrangement with a large couch aft for cruising extensively and with the oversized windows it is very comfortable for all with its centerline Stidd helm chair.

    BRIDGE DECK AFT
    With comfortable portable aft facing seating out the master stateroom this a great area to enjoy your anchorage. The area aft is a large tender and toy storage deck with crane, with the tenders/toys removed for the day this area makes a great sun lounging or entertainment deck. There is also full control box for maneuvering or fishing aft

    SUNDECK / FLYBRIDGE
    This is the guest’s favorite area to lounge, sunbathe, and arrive into ports in style. The sundeck can be used as gym area in addition to the endless wicker furniture configurations that can be utilized under the cover of the mast and overhead cover. There is also space and ability to store additional water toys on this deck.

    GUEST STATEROOMS
    Below deck are three guest staterooms with complimentary styling, clean lines, and the elegant, designed millwork seen throughout the yacht. There are two queen staterooms with ensuite bathrooms with showers. There is also one additional large VIP stateroom with lounge area and makeup desk as well as an ensuite bathroom with a walk-through shower stall complete with high finishes and luxurious marble work throughout and a separate water closet. All staterooms have entertainment systems, individual A/C controls, and safes for guest security.

    CAPTAIN & CREW
    Empire Sea can accommodate up to 5 crew in 3 cabins, including a Captain’s cabin and two additional crew cabins. Each crew cabin includes an ensuite bathroom, AC controls, and entertainment system

    COMMENTS

    EMPIRE SEA was designed and built as a full-displacement expedition yacht, ideally suited for diving and offshore sport fishing, while offering the accommodations and amenities typically found on much larger motor yachts.

    Over the past 10 years, she has been meticulously maintained and continuously upgraded by her current Owner on an “open checkbook” basis, ensuring she remains in true turnkey condition and ready to cruise in all respects.

    KEY FEATURES:

    •    Designed for long-range cruising

    •    Expansive open deck spaces

    •    Equipped for offshore fishing & diving

    •    High capacity davit  for tender storage

    •    Powerful CAT main engines provide the capability  to tow a large tender

    •    Excellent ownership history of 10 years with the current owner.

    •    Low crew requirements for easy management

    •    Large portholes for ample natural light

    •    Exclusively used for private purposes

    REFIT & MAINTENANCE SUMMARY

    REFIT 2025

    Main Engine Work:

    i.    New turbos 

    ii.    New water pumps 

    iii.    Valve adjustments 

    iv.    Heat exchangers rebuilt 

    v.    Complete service 

    vi.    Repainted 


    •    Main engine exhaust system rebuilt/new exhaust blankets 

    •    Oil samples 

    •    New Main engine mounts 

    •    Shafts and engine realignment 

    •    (2) New 65kw Northern Lights Generators/foundations/sound boxes/control panels 

    •    New Main switchboard control for gens/shore power 

    •    New Teignbridge 5 blade high skew propellors 

    •    New side power hydraulic bow thruster/ all equipment (increased size and HP)

    •    New bridge controls 

    •    New Engine ventilation system plus vent trunks sandblasted/coated 

    •    New Chiller/heat system -All fan coils serviced 

    •    2-New Water makers (FCI-MaxQ+APC/DTS 1275 gallons per day each)/piping replaced 

    •    New Sewage treatment system- all blackwater lines cleaned 

    •    Steering system rebuilt/two new rams 

    •    All Tanks sandblasted/cleaned 

    •    Blackwater/graywater and freshwater tanks new coatings 

    •    New Shaft binding system 

    •    New Bilge pump system and control panel 

    •    (2) New freshwater system pumps and manifold 

    •    New Lazarette ventilation system 

    •    Full audio gauge hull testing 

    •    New Bow bulb installed for increased performance 

    •    New shore power isolation transformer /wiring and foundation 

    •    New engine room stair system from main deck 

    •    Rebuilt Engineers workstation 

    •    Tank sensors replaced and calibrated 

    •    Bilges renewed and coated 

    •    Deck fire system rebuilt 

    •    All house/Main engine/Generator batteries replaced 

    •    New battery chargers 

    •    All Hydraulic hoses replaced 

    •    New sea strainers 

    •    Bottom blasted to bare steel and new bottom paint system 

    •    Bridge electronics serviced 


    Deck work: 

    •    Exterior doors rebuilt/and painted 

    •    Tender crane controls rebuilt 

    •    Teak decks repaired 

    •    2nd anchor added plus chain 

    •    Porthole frames checked and gaskets renewed 

    •    Crew accommodation handrails replaced 

    •    Towing system installed in stern 

    •    Repaired steel in lockers and recoat 

    •    All deck drains and piping cleaned 


    REFIT 2024/2022/2021/2018 

    •    Rudders dropped, rudder shafts addressed, new bearings, new seals, 

    •    Main engine Port and Starboard shafts removed; straightened/ new bearings/seals installed 

    •    Sandblast entire underwater area back to bare steel 

    •    Bilge and hull areas steel audio gauged in depth- Thickness measurement report shows hull in great condition 

    •    Repair- two locations of hull steel repaired per the 2024 Audio Gauge report. 

    •    Bottom completely refurbished (3) coats of steel primer and underwater antifouling 

    •    Renewed all hull zincs 

    •    Comprehensive exterior paint refinishing 

    •    Additional corrosion removal work topside 

    •    Teak decks replaced and serviced; margin boards refitted 

    •    Corrosion in most bilges addressed 

    •    New Alfa Laval Centrifuge MB-103 

    •    Anchor bow pulpit added on bow to hold 2 anchors (2023) 

    •    2nd anchor windlass installed with chain (2023) 

    •    New Jacuzzi 

    •    Exterior varnish stripped and renewed 

    •    Teak replaced on various decks

    •    Replacement of 10 Fan Coil Units of the A/C System 

    •    New Anchor Chains – 5 shackles per side (450’ each) 

    •    Master cabin added to bridge deck level behind wheelhouse


    Disclaimer Inventory

    - Exclusions include all of Owner's personal effects -
    "All speeds, capacities, consumption, etc. are approximate or estimated; measurements can also be approximate.  Specifications are provided for information only and particulars herein obtained from sources believed to be correct, but are not guaranteed.  Buyer should instruct his agent and/or surveyor to check all details for accuracy.  Offered subject to prior sale, price and/or inventory change, or withdrawal from the market without notific

    Disclaimer Inventory

    Disclaimer Inventory

    Length:
    117.08 ft
    Beam:
    28.5 ft
    Draft:
    N/A
    Displacement:
    N/A
    Hull:
    Steel
    Condition:
    Used
    Year Refit:
    N/A
    Number of Engines:
    2
    Engine Manufacturer:
    Caterpillar
    Engine Model:
    3412
    Power:
    1400 HP
    Engine Hours:
    N/A
    Fuel Type:
    diesel
    Holding Tank Capacity:
    N/A
    Fuel tank Capacity:
    12366 gallon
    Water Tank Capacity:
    1278 gallon
    Disclaimer:

    This listing is courtesy of the BoatWizard MLS and may be centrally listed with another broker. It is offered as a convenience by David Walters Yachts to its clients and is not intended to convey representation of a particular vessel.

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