2027 Buddy Davis 52 Sport Fisherman

The 2027 Buddy Davis 52 Sport Fisherman is a top-tier sportfishing vessel that stands out for its exceptional performance and craftsmanship. Renowned in the boating community, Buddy Davis yachts are celebrated for their robust construction and classic Carolina styling, making them a favorite among serious anglers. This 52-foot sportfisher is designed to excel in offshore conditions, providing a smooth and stable ride thanks to its deep-V hull. With a spacious cockpit tailored for serious sportfishing, this vessel is perfect for offshore tournaments and long-range fishing trips. The interior offers three comfortable cabins, ensuring ample space for weekend cruising with family and friends. However, potential buyers should be aware of the relatively high fuel consumption at cruising speeds, a common trade-off for the vessel's powerful performance. The interior layout, while functional, may feel dated compared to more modern designs, and storage space is somewhat limited for extended cruising. Despite these considerations, the Buddy Davis 52 Sport Fisherman remains a compelling choice for those prioritizing build quality and offshore capabilities. Located in Miami, Florida, this new model is ready to provide thrilling fishing adventures and memorable cruising experiences.

Davis has re-engineered the 52 Sportfisherman to even further improve a popular classic. The new interior layouts of the 52 Sportfisherman reveal an ingenious use of space, providing comfortable accommodations for 6 people. New features include an available amidships master stateroom with a spacious double berth, a large hanging locker and vanity and a private head that has a separate stall shower. Forward, a guest stateroom has two over-under berths and shares a spacious guest head that also has a separate stall shower. A third stateroom, with two under-over berths, is starboard. Optional plans allow for the master stateroom forward and two guest stateroom, each with two stacked berths, to port and starboard. The salon and galley layout features a dinette adjacent to the galley. Convenient, under-the-counter refrigerator and freezer appliances are installed to save space. The fly-bridge is all Davis with a center line helm, matching helm chair, custom electronics enclosure and comfortable seating for six. The cockpit is designed for serious fishing with a built-in fish box, bait well and freezer. CONSTRUCTION / EXTERIOR • Premium gelcoat exterior finish featuring advanced composite construction • All exterior cleats are reinforced with solid metal backing plates • All underwater appendages are bonded HARDWARE & OUTFITTING • Hawse pipes • Solid stainless steel 1” rubrail/molding on sheer and guards • Stainless steel cleats • Stainless steel line chock • Stainless steel water-fill deck plate MECHANICAL • Automatic fresh water system with pump • Automatic shower pump-out • Coolant recovery system on main propulsion engines • Davis custom rudders • DC oil change system, engines, transmissions, and generator • Diesel generator with sound shield • Dripless shaft and rudder seals • Emergency bilge pump system on both engines • Engine room vent fans • Fiberglass silencer • High-gloss engine room paint finish • Main engine start and stop switches • Nibral propellers • Port and starboard centralized drainage system • Quater-turn sea valves on all bottom thru-hull fittings • Racor fuel filter for main propulsion and generator engines • Stainless steel water heater • Stainless steel shafting, Aqua Met-22 • Stainless steel trim tabs with recessed actuators • Waste holding tank system with pump-out BRIDGE DECK & FLYBRIDGE • Davis custom teak helm bubble with single-lever controls, polished stainless steel control handles and steering wheel, neutral lockout and engine synchronizer • Compass with light • Fuel gauge • Murray Brothers helm seating • Seating with storage below vinyl cushions COCKPIT • Baitwell with seawater circulation pump, starboard side • Built-in backing plate for fighting chair • Built-in tackle centers • Dockside water inlet with pressure reducing valve • Engine room entrance with draining waterways • Fresh and saltwater wash down systems with quick disconnects • High volume overboard drains • Large insulated under-deck fishbox with pump-out • Large walk-through tuna door with locking latch and heavy-duty stainless steel recessed hinge • Large removable under-deck line and fender storage • Top-loading freezer with removable bait tray port side ELECTRICAL • 120/240 Volt service with cablemaster storage system • AC/DC main electrical panel with amperage and voltage metering, sliding gate shore/generator system, generator remote and bilge pump control • AD and DC florescent engine room lighting with duplex ground fault receptacle • Battery parallel system • CA/TV-phone outlet • Fresh water and fuel tank level gauges • Ground fault protected utility receptacles throughout • Internal bonding system with zinc anode protections and Dynaplate grounding • Two 24-volt bank maintained by a fully automatic battery charger GALLEY • Ceramic 2-burner cooktop recessed with removable cover and safety shutoff • Convection/ microwave oven • Corian surface counter tops • Over counter task lighting • Stainless steel sink and faucet with removable cover • Teak and holly flooring • Under counter and over counter storage • Under counter refrigerator and freezer SALON • Air conditioned system with digital controls • Carpeting with padding throughout • CD/Stereo sound system with flatscreen TV and DVD • High-gloss teak cabinetry • Recessed lighting • Sofa with lifting seats to access storage beneath • Teak table • Tinted window glass • Vinyl headliner STATEROOM(S) • Air conditioning system with digital controls • Berth with storage compartment and drawers underneath • Built-in storage compartments and drawers • Built-in television with DVD • Carpeting • Cedar-backed hanging locker with automatic light • Deck hatch with shade and screen • Expansive upper hull side cabinets • High-gloss teak cabinets • Reading lights • Upholstered headboard, mattresses with bedspread or mattress and pillows • Vinyl headliner with recessed lighitning • Vinyl wall covering HEAD(S) • Corian counter tops • Electric toilet with holding tank level indicator • Exhaust fan • Fiberglass shower stall with designer door • Medicine cabinet with mirror • Slide-bar shower head • Teak and holly flooring • Vinyl wall covering SAFETY & NAVIGATION • Automatic bilge pump in lazarette, engine room and forward bilge with high water alarm • Automatic engine room fire suppression system • Navigation lights OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT • An extensive array of optional equipment is available to customize each Davis yacht to the unique tastes and specifications of its owners. 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The Buddy Davis 52 Sport Fisherman is a standout in the sportfishing category, offering a blend of performance, craftsmanship, and classic styling. Known for its robust build quality, this vessel features a solid fiberglass hull that ensures durability and longevity. The deep-V hull design provides exceptional sea-keeping abilities, making it a reliable choice for offshore fishing in challenging conditions. The spacious cockpit is well-equipped for serious anglers, while the interior offers comfort with three cabins. However, the interior layout might feel a bit dated compared to newer models, and storage space is limited for extended cruising. The fuel consumption is on the higher side, which is typical for a vessel of this performance caliber. Marine surveyors would likely focus on the electrical systems and deck hardware, given the brand's history. Overall, the Buddy Davis 52 Sport Fisherman is ideal for experienced anglers seeking a high-performance vessel with a reputation for quality and reliability.