MARINER 35 (GARDEN)

About the MARINER 35 (GARDEN)

Also sold as the FAR EAST 35. (by George B. Walton Inc. USA) Replaced by the fiberglass hulled MARINER 36 in 1972.

The Mariner 35 (Garden) is a heavy-displacement ketch designed by Clair Oberly and William Garden, built by Far East Yachts in Japan between 1964 and 1970. With a displacement of 20000.0 lb and a full/long keel, this vessel is characterized by its robust construction and traditional cruising layout, though specific hull production counts are not definitively recorded in available data.

Best for:

This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, comfortable passage-making vessel, as indicated by its high comfort ratio of 47.9 and low capsize ratio of 1.51. Its masthead ketch rig and substantial beam of 10.25 ft make it manageable for couples or small crews who prioritize safety and stability over high-speed performance.

Bluewater capability:

The Mariner 35 demonstrates strong bluewater capability due to its heavy displacement of 20000.0 lb, full/long keel design, and low capsize ratio of 1.51, which provide exceptional stability and resistance to capsizing in heavy weather.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include other heavy-displacement ketches from the 1960s such as the Cal 40 or O'Day 35, which share similar full-keel designs and moderate sail area-to-displacement ratios. These boats are comparable due to their shared emphasis on seaworthiness, traditional aesthetics, and suitability for conservative offshore cruising.