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    Another new start for Helmsman

    Some additional photos of the 43e in the yard in China and at the dock in Norfolk, Va. Seems folks like pics so I thought I would try my hand at technology and provide a few.
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    Another new start for Helmsman

    Miss Ginny logo Dan Ortiz From Matthew’s, Va 804-728-7448 He was referred to me by Zimmerman’s Marine in Norview Marina located in Deltaville, Va. If you bring your boat here be VERY careful to stay within the marina buoys as it is only about 2-3 feet deep outside them. It is a tight fairway...
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    Another new start for Helmsman

    It is a decal
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    Another new start for Helmsman

    Miss Ginny “The Jade Princess” The first 43E with a single stateroom. Master stateroom has a separate walk-in shower large enough that 2 people could fit to give an example of its size. Then added the “powder room” head to the other side of the stateroom with a recessed washer / dryer combo...
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    Another new start for Helmsman

    Exterior pics Exterior pics
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    Another new start for Helmsman

    Pics of the 43e delivered to Deltaville Va. by scott on 2/12/23 Chose the Cummins 550. Hit 16.5 knots with 3 people no water and no swim platform and 400 gallons of diesel. With full water, swim platform attached and 4 people aboard hit 15.5 knots consistently with assistance from trim tabs...
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    She Just Arrived

    Congratulations! Our 43E is somewhere between Hawaii and California headed for the Panama Canal. Expected delivery 2/8 - 2/10 in Norfolk. Bob E
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    Another new start for Helmsman

    Helmsman 43e My 43e should ship mid nov. I choose the Cummins 550, still working out prop choice with Scott. I’ll report real world speed early next year. Very anxious to see the new 46.
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    Where to go in the North East

    Check Bar Harbor, Maine and Newport, Rhode Island to name 2 not on your list.
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    Helmsman 38E V 43

    Email me with your phone number BobEllis@pa.net
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    Helmsman 38E V 43

    38 v 43 Happy to communicate with you on my 43 decision. Send me an email with your phone number and I’ll call you. Bobellis@pa.net
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    Helmsman 38E V 43

    38 v 43 I am currently waiting on hull 37 to be completed for my helmsman 43E. This post seems to have shifted to single vs double engines. There is another option I have not seen mentioned in previous posts and that is traveling with another boat. My friend, a frequent contributor...
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    Marine binocular recommendations???

    Binoculars It might be implied in the prior links but I think the conversation needs to start with the correct magnification. Anywhere from 10 to 7 times magnification shouldn’t need a stabilizer. Anything over 10 gets pretty shaky trying to hold it still and look at a distance. The next part...
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    Side boarding doors cockpit and midship

    Larry and Nancy, I have a helmsman 43E being delivered in early 2022. I choose to have both sets of doors as boating on the Chesapeake has a large variance on the height of the docks depending on where you dock and the tides. Too many times I found myself and or guest jumping up or down to...
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    Sailor to Trawlerer

    Did you look at the helmsman 38 or 43? They may be of interest.
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    Helmsman 43E

    Are there any Helmsman 43E owners out there? Would love to know what options you choose, what engine size you choose and your max speed? Finally how do you like the boat?
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    Considering a North Pacific 45

    Currently building a 43E Helmsman for use on Chesapeake Bay and South Florida so A/C is a must. Our boat has 3 A/C units. One for the salon, one for the master stateroom and one for the pilot house. About 45,000 BTU’s total. Power draw will be about 30 amps. We get numerous 90-100 degree...
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    BBQ grills

    Thanks, decided on the Kenyon. Great recommendation
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    Electronics

    Building a 43e helmsman and would love to hear thoughts on electronics. What do you like or not like and why? This boat has helm on the bridge and pilot house. Looking to cruise up and down the east coast. Maine to Florida. Radar Chart plotters Infra red Cameras Spot lights
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    BBQ grills

    I am ordering a helmsman 43 and looking to put a grill on the fly bridge. Any suggestions? I’m looking to have a cabinet made behind the settee with a grill and refrigerator. My other choice is in the cockpit.
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