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Mason 53

Ta Shing · 1982–1989 · Cutter rig

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Mason 53 profile drawing
LOA53.5'
Beam14.83'
Draft6.87'
Displ.19.3t
Rigcutter
HullFiberglass

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John Neal's Boats to Consider for Ocean Cruising lists the Mason 53, rated 1 of 5: 'Traditional designs, short waterlines, deck leaks and high maintenance.' Its capsize screen value is 1.76. No named passage is on file yet.

Overview

The Mason 53 is an Al Mason design built by Ta Shing in Taiwan from 1982 to 1989, rigged as a cutter or a ketch.

Design and Construction

sailboatdata.com lists a fin keel, 53.5 ft overall on a 39.75 ft waterline, 14.83 ft of beam and 6.87 ft of draft. Displacement is 38,600 lb with 14,360 lb of ballast, and the cutter carries about 1,218 sq ft.

Buyers Notes

John Neal rates it 1 of 5 for its traditional design, short waterline, deck leaks and high maintenance (see Known Issues).

Known Issues

Deck leaksmoderatePassageBoats editorial

Neal reports deck leaks and high maintenance on Mason designs.

Inspection: Check for leaks at deck fittings, hatches, ports and chainplates, and for water damage below.

Source: John Neal - Boats to Consider for Ocean Cruising

  1. [1]SpecificationsMASON 53 - SailboatData.com- Dimensions, displacement, ballast, sail area, keel, rig, designer and builder.
  2. [2]EditorialJohn Neal - Boats to Consider for Ocean Cruising (Mahina)- Lists the Mason 53, rated 1 of 5.
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