Nautical Magazine | Guides, Itineraries and Market — Page 5

Crossing a traffic separation scheme under Rule 10

An operational Rule 10 guide for small craft: right-angle heading, current, gap selection, AIS, VHF, VTS and the disciplined choice to postpone a crossing.

September 2, 20266 min read

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Cobalt 343: specifications, checks and used prices

An evidence-led Cobalt 343 guide covering official 2005 specifications, version conflicts, engines, pre-purchase checks and Batoo asking prices.

September 1, 20268 min read

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Marine diesel contamination: diagnose it before treating it

Water, sediment and microbes can starve a marine diesel of fuel. Learn how to sample the tank bottom, interpret filters and choose proportionate remediation.

September 1, 20267 min read

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Performance Marine 907: complete used-boat guide

Specifications, variants, inspections and observed asking prices for the Performance Marine 907, including unresolved evidence conflicts.

August 31, 20268 min read

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Boating in fog: COLREG, radar and sound signals

A practical Rule 19 guide to safe speed, fog signals, radar tracking and AIS limits, built to preserve decision time when visual references disappear.

August 31, 20267 min read

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Princess V42: versions, used checks and asking prices

A used Princess V42 guide separating generations, documented specifications, technical inspection points, alternatives and Batoo’s observed asking-price range.

August 30, 20268 min read

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Carbon monoxide on boats: how to prevent exposure

Carbon monoxide is not only a cabin hazard: exhaust outlets, swim platforms, idling and wind can create dangerous zones. A practical guide to alarms, prevention and response.

August 30, 20267 min read

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Azimut Atlantis 45: specs, versions and prices

A buyer-focused Azimut Atlantis 45 guide covering official specifications, IPS variants, used-boat checks, alternatives and Batoo asking-price observations.

August 29, 20268 min read

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Magnetic compass checks and the deviation card

A disciplined method for separating variation from deviation, checking a steering compass on several headings, and deciding when a card or professional adjustment is due.

August 29, 20266 min read

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Fairline Phantom 50: dimensions, variants and used buying

An independent Fairline Phantom 50 analysis covering version-specific dimensions and engines, ideal use, used-boat checks, alternatives and observed asking prices.

August 28, 20267 min read

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Anchor scope: calculate tide, bow height and swing room

A verifiable way to calculate anchor scope from bottom-to-roller height, add tidal rise, screen the swing envelope and build an effective anchor watch.

August 28, 20268 min read

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Four Winns Vista 268: model and used-boat guide

Factory dimensions, V8 variants, sterndrive inspection priorities and observed asking-price evidence for a considered Four Winns Vista 268 purchase.

August 27, 20267 min read

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Cold-water immersion: the sequence that preserves strength

From the first gasp to recovery aboard, this guide explains lifejackets, controlled floating and when a short swim is—or is not—a credible choice.

August 27, 20267 min read

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Wave forecasts: reading height, period and direction

Significant wave height is not the maximum wave. Learn how to combine Hs, period, direction, wind, depth and current for a prudent passage decision.

August 26, 20266 min read

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VHF DSC: set up MMSI and GPS for a distress call

MMSI, GNSS position, channels 70 and 16, authorised tests and the Mayday follow-up: how to verify the full DSC chain before departure.

August 25, 20267 min read

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Cranchi Endurance 39: model and used-boat guide

A source-grounded Cranchi Endurance 39 guide covering KAD44 and KAD300 variants, conflicting dimensions, used checks, alternatives and observed asking prices.

August 24, 20268 min read

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406 MHz EPIRB: registration, testing and battery care

A practical procedure for linking an EPIRB to the right vessel, checking its bracket and expiry dates, using only self-test, and leaving battery work and live radio tests to competent technicians.

August 24, 20267 min read

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Invictus GT320: model and used-boat guide

Official specifications, variants, strengths, limitations, used-boat checks and observed asking prices explain the Invictus GT320 without mixing shipyard data with listings.

August 23, 20269 min read