2004 Hans Alma 42: Custom Steel Bluewater Cutter for Sale in the United Kingdom

The Hans Alma 42 is a beautifully engineered 13-meter (39.0ft) Bermudan cutter, custom-built in England to exacting standards and launched in 2004. This steel bluewater yacht is designed for long-distance cruising, offering exceptional durability and comfort for serious sailors. Constructed with a robust steel hull, it stands as a reliable choice for those seeking a vessel capable of handling diverse ocean conditions.

2004 Hans Alma 42 | Custom Steel Cutter with Pilothouse & Centre Cockpit Pop-Jobbles is a beautifully engineered 13m Hans Alma 42 Bermudan cutter, custom-built in England to exacting standards and launched in 2004. Constructed with a white steel hull, deck, and superstructure, this robust yacht features a centre cockpit and raised pilothouse, offering exceptional protection and visibility. With only two owners from new and currently lying in Kissamos port, Crete, she’s an ideal long-range cruiser for serious sailors seeking strength, comfort, and self-sufficiency. Powered by a reliable 65hp Peugeot diesel engine with a reconditioned Thamesway hydraulic gearbox, Pop-Jobbles is equipped for extended offshore adventures. She boasts a powerful Vetus bow thruster, six 80W solar panels, a wind generator, 2000W inverter, and full shore power setup. The cutter rig includes a Z Spars furling mast (2009), roller-furling foresails, and top-tier winches for effortless sail handling. The autopilot system is fully integrated with Simrad controls and a hydraulic drive for confident single or short-handed cruising. The interior offers a warm and practical layout, sleeping six across two private double cabins and convertible deckhouse seating. A spacious aft master features an island berth, while the forward cabin offers a V-berth with adjacent heads and shower. Galley highlights include a 3-burner hob, gas oven, dual fridge/freezer systems, microwave, and pressurised hot water. Fully equipped and VAT-paid within the EU, Pop-Jobbles represents a rare opportunity to own a rugged, liveaboard-ready yacht with extensive cruising capability. For more information or to arrange a viewing, contact Williams & Smithells International – specialists in custom steel yachts and bluewater cruising vessels. Tax Status: Paid Make: Custom Model: Steel Cutter Year: 2004 Builder: Custom Designer: Hans Alma Construction: Steel Keel Type: Fin Length: 42 LOA: 42’ (42.00) LWL: 36’ (36.00) Beam: 12.’6” (12.50) Max Draft: 6’3” (6.33) Displacement: 17,000 kg Ballast: 6,000 kg Construction White steel hull White steel deck with brown non-slip White steel deckhouse superstructure Fin keel Skeg hung rudder Wheel steering Whitlock pedestal chain drive to lay shaft Whitlock 6mm cables to quadrant 750 kilo thrust hydraulic steering ram directly onto the quadrant Machinery 65 hp Peugeot XUD9 4-cylinder diesel engine 1200 series hydraulic gearbox by Thamesway Marine Products, fully reconditioned 2017 R & D flexible coupling Vetus double lip shaft seal with spare seal carrier Volvo 3 blade folding propeller Temperature display Fuel level display Tachometer with engine hours display Vetus 35KGF bow thruster Power Survivor water maker decommissioned Spare Power Survivor water maker Electrics 5 x 160AH 12 volt gel domestic batteries new 2016 6 x 80w solar panels with 30A charger 90 amp Bosch alternator Adverc charge control system 10 amp wind generator 2000w inverter Sterling 30A shore charger Shore power with split load consumer unit 220 volt sockets throughout All internal lights LED Tankage 2 x 225 litre fresh water tanks, black plastic 1 x 120 litre black water tank 1 x 250 litre diesel tank Rig and Sail Bermudian cutter Furling mast by Z Spars new 2009 Twin backstays Jumpers to the upper spreaders Running backstays Spinnaker pole stored vertical on mast Genoa roller furling by Z Spars Self-tacking inner foresail roller furling by Z Spars Harken mainsheet traveller All lines control leading to the cockpit 6 x Spinlock jammers 2 x Harken 44 self-tailing winches under spray hood for lines aft 2 x Lewmar 550 self-tailing Genoa winches Accommodation Sleeps 4 in 2 double cabins plus 2 in deck house After master cabin with double island berth Ample storage Deck saloon with galley to port Navigation/seating to starboard Nav/seating converts to double berth Walkthrough dining forward for deck saloon Heads with shower and w/c forward of dining area Forward guest cabin with double V-berth Reflex 2000w drip feed diesel heater complete with internal water Heat driven circulation fan Glen skirting board electric heater 1 x 300w Domestic Pressurised hot and cold water system 3 burner gas hob with flush glass lid new 2019 Sink with mixer tap and flush glass lid Gas oven with integral grill Sharp microwave oven at 800w Front-loading fridge with freezer compartment Top-loading freezer with fridge compartment 20 litre calorifier with safety mixing valve new 2017 240/12v flat screen television with additional media player Pyle stereo system usb/sd card/ipod ready Deck Lofrans 1500w vertical windlass 30 kilo Bugel anchor 25 kilo Bruce anchor 25 kilo stainless steel kedge anchor in “Danforth” style 70 meters of 10mm chain Sprayhood Full cockpit covers Hinged davits Magma gas BBQ Navigation Standard Horizon CP300I GPS chart plotter Standard Horizon Quest/X GX1500E VHF unit NASA Clipper Navtex NASA Clipper depth NASA Clipper log NASA Clipper fluxgate compass NASA Clipper GPS repeater Simrad AP24 autopilot control unit Simrad AC40 autopilot computer Simrad RC42 rate compass Simrad rudder sensor Electro-hydraulic autopilot drive pump Masthead VHF aerial Tri lens radar reflector Tender 2.4 meter Mercury RIB 3.5hp Yamaha outboard

Key Features of the Hans Alma 42

• Length: 39.0ft (13m) steel hull for superior stability
• Guest Capacity: Accommodates up to 6 guests comfortably
• Cabins: Features 2 spacious cabins for overnight cruising
• Design: Centre-cockpit cutter layout optimized for long-distance voyages
• Origin: Custom-built in England to high standards