2007 J Boats J/124 | 41ft

Black Griffon is a rare J/Boats J/124, a refined 41-foot performance sailing yacht designed for sailors who value feel, speed, simplicity, and elegant execution. Built at the intersection of high-end daysailer, capable weekender, and responsive racer/cruiser, the J/124 delivers the kind of sailing experience that has made J/Boats one of the most respected performance sailing brands in the world.

With her long waterline, narrow beam, deep bulb keel, carbon rig components, balanced helm, and efficient sail plan, the J/124 is designed to move easily through the water and reward good sailors without demanding a large crew. She is quick, graceful, and easily driven, with a cockpit layout that makes her especially appealing for short-handed sailing in Pacific Northwest waters.

Below, Black Griffon offers a practical and attractive interior with proper overnight capability without the unnecessary weight and complexity often found in heavier cruising boats. The layout includes a functional galley, chart table, enclosed head, salon seating, and sleeping accommodations suitable for weekends aboard, regattas, distance events, or relaxed cruising between Puget Sound, the San Juans, and the Gulf Islands.

For the sailor looking for something more distinctive than a typical production cruiser—and more comfortable and elegant than a stripped-out race boat—Black Griffon represents a compelling opportunity. The J/124 is a limited-production model with genuine pedigree, beautiful proportions, and a design brief centered around pure sailing enjoyment.

Highlights:

• Carbon Mast
• Rod Rigging
• Large 54” carbon wheel

Accommodations

Black Griffon’s interior is simple, warm, and purposeful, offering the essentials for comfortable weekend cruising while keeping the boat light, clean, and easy to maintain. The J/124 was not designed as a dockside condo; it was designed as a true sailing yacht with enough interior comfort to support overnight cruising, regatta weekends, and longer coastal passages.

The salon is open and functional, with settee berths, a centerline table arrangement, and a practical navigation area. The galley is compact and efficient, providing the necessities for meal preparation while underway or at anchor. Forward and aft sleeping areas provide multiple berths for crew or guests.

• Two cabins, one head. Forward double V-Berth, aft port quarter cabin with double berth.
• Two additional settee berths port and starboard.
• Head with manual pump, shower / sink faucet combination.
• Hot water showers and sinks
• Custom carbon salon table
• Teak joinery interior
• Force 10 two-burner propane stove and oven 
• Bulkhead mounted clock and barometer, Weems & Plath

Electronics

• Icom VHF Marine IC-M602
• B&G Chartplotter Zeus 2 at helm
• B&G Chartplotter Zeus 2 at interior nav station
• B&G H3000 Autopilot system
• Fusion MS-UD750 stereo
• Xantrex Link 20 battery controller

Sails and Rigging

The J/124 is known for its powerful but manageable sail plan, efficient fractional rig, and short-handed sailing capability. Her design emphasizes light-air performance, responsive handling, and the ability to sail well without a large crew on the rail.

• Hall Spars carbon keel-stepped mast
• Rod Rigging
• Mainsail: North Sails
• Headsail: Harken Mk III from North Sails
• Asymmetrical spinnaker: A2 Norlon 75 North Sails
• Asymmetrical spinnaker: R4 Quantum Sail Design
• Breezy mainsail canvas cover in excellent condition (Black)

Deck and Hull

Black Griffon’s deck layout reflects the J/124’s emphasis on efficient sailing, secure movement, and a large cockpit designed for both active sailing and relaxed days on the water. The cockpit is one of the defining features of the model, offering excellent ergonomics, high backrests, and long seating areas that are comfortable underway or at anchor.

• Deep bulb keel 
• Cast lead ballast strengthened with 5% antimony
• Large carbon steering wheel
• Lewmar V2/V3 Electric Windlass with remote
• Breezy dodger in great condition
• Port side transom hot water shower
• Bow anchor roller
• Stainless Bruce Anchor and galvanized chain and rhode
• Baltoplate Bottom Paint August 2025 (Hard vinyl antifouling paint)

Mechanical and Propulsion

The J/124 was designed to sail beautifully and efficiently, with auxiliary power used primarily for docking, maneuvering, and passagemaking when needed.

• Yanmar Diesel 3JH4E, 40 HP, 3 Cylinder
• Yanmar Sail Drive SD 50, Trilux 33 applied August 2025, oil and seals changed August 2025
• Engine hours: TBD
• Flex-O-Fold geared folding prop 18” diameter, 14” pitch PropSpeed coating applied August 2025
• Carbon spade rudder 
• Rudder bearing serviced with Trilux Antifouling August 2025 

Electrical

• SmartPlug shore power
• Two 100 Amp hour Lifeline deep cycle house batteries
• Xantrex Link 20 battery monitor
• Inverter: 

Heating and Plumbing

• Diesel forced air heater Webasto AT 5500
• Quick Nautic Boiler electric hot water heater 110 V

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information, nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct their agents or surveyors to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.