An Ideal Cruiser with a Distinguished Pedigree

Glory is a rare opportunity to own one of the most notable offshore sailing vessels in her class. This 2001 Shannon 43 Cutter has logged over 36,000 nautical miles under an experienced ownership, including five transatlantic crossings and a voyage across the Pacific to the Galápagos and Tahiti. Despite her miles, she remains in good cosmetic and structural condition—a true testament to Shannon’s craftsmanship and the owner's attention to detail.

Whether you’re preparing for your own adventure or seeking a vessel to cruise in comfort, Glory delivers performance, pedigree, and peace of mind.

Glory is layed up in storage in Portsmouth, RI and available for viewings by appointment.

Vessel Highlights

• Cutter rig with dual roller furlers, Monitor windvane, and electric winch
• 3 Cabin - Exceptional layout with two private aft cabins + forward V-berth
• Teak and holly sole, satin varnished teak joinery – interior in above average condition
• Fully battened mainsail, headsails, storm jib – all replaced post 2021
• Upgraded Navigation: Raymarine HybridTouch GPS/Radar, Simrad autopilot, Icom SSB
• Bow thruster and electric electric winch
• No major structural issues or required repairs noted in 2024 survey (available upon request)

Accommodations

Cabins:

• Forward V-berth with private head and hanging locker
• Starboard aft double berth cabin
• Port aft cabin with over/under berths

Main Saloon:

• “U”-shaped settee to starboard and straight settee to port
• Fixed table with drop leaves
• Excellent light and ventilation via ports and deck hatches
• Cabin fans

Galley:

• Large L-shaped galley aft to starboard
• Sea Frost engine-driven refrigeration and 120V AC compressor (side and top loading)
• Dual stainless sinks, Force 10 propane stove (4 burners + oven)
• Dual propane tanks in vented locker with solenoid shut-off

Navigation Station:

• Proper chart table with swivel seat
• Raymarine HybridTouch GPS/Radar
• Horizon VHF, Icom M710 SSB
• AM/FM/CD stereo
• Brass barometer and ship’s clock

Head:

• Groco manual head
• Enclosed shower with Whale sump
• 25-gallon polyethylene holding tank with macerator and Y-valve
• USCG-compliant Type III MSD

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Sails and Rigging

• Masthead cutter rig | Keel-stepped aluminum mast
• Rod standing rigging
• Harken furlers on both headstays
• Monitor windvane self-steering
• Fully battened mainsail and Genoa - North Sails 3di and asymmetrical spinnaker – Post 2021
• Storm mainsail, storm jib
• Andersen winches (electric + manual), Harken traveler (reinforced)
• Spruce bowsprit, double spreader rig

Engine & Mechanical

• Westerbeke 71C4 diesel | Approx. 1014 hours
• New PSS dripless shaft seal + shaft
• Max-Prop 3-blade feathering bronze prop
• Side Power bow thruster (6kW)
• Racor filters | (3) aluminum fuel tanks, 105 gal total
• Dual Shur-Flo freshwater pumps
• Espar diesel heater

Electrical Systems

• (6) Gp31 house batteries + (1) engine start – Gel cell
• 100A alternator (upgraded)
• TrueCharge 40A battery charger
• ProSine 1800W inverter
• Victron 220V to 110V step-down converter
• 12V lighting throughout
• Shore power (30A) with GFCI outlets
• Hot water heater (engine powered - 220v element needs to be swtiched to 110v)
• Solar Panels on dodger top.

Deck and Safety

• Ideal anchor windlass
• 45 lb CQR + Danforth anchor
• 3/8” chain + 150’ 5/8” nylon rode
• Stainless pulpits, stanchions, and double lifelines
• Dodger, bimini, and mainsail cover
• Stainless swim ladder
• Safety gear includes PFD's EPIRB and offshore raft (needing repacking and inspection)
• Outboard motor bracket
• Lifesling
• Teak Cockpit Table and Cup Holders
• Cockpit Speakers