2025 Mussel Ridge 42 Downeast

"Pretty Work" a 2023 42 Mussel Ridge, skillfully finished in Spring of 2025 by Samoset Boat Works

"Pretty Work" represents the perfect blend of proven Downeast tradition and modern craftsmanship. Designed on the renowned Mussel Ridge hull, this vessel offers a fine balance of seaworthy performance, efficiency, and timeless lines. The expert finishing work by Samoset Boat Works highlights attention to detail at every level, from robust construction and practical layout to high-quality joinery and custom touches tailored for both functionality and comfort. Whether for work or leisure, this build exemplifies durability, versatility, and the classic character that Downeast boats are celebrated for.

Notable Features:

• Scania DC 13 900HP (20 hours)
• Full Garmin Electronics Suite
• Hydraulic Pot Hauler
• Extensive live bait capabilities with 2 in deck livewell with chill plates
• Massive in deck fish storage with ice maker and chill plates
• Cummins Onan Generator

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Electronics

• (2) Garmin 9222 multifunction displays (Helm)
• (1) Garmin 9212 multifunction display (Cockpit)
• Garmin autopilot
• Garmin 6' open array radar
• Fusion Stereo with Fusion audio Speakers
• 2 x ICOM IC-510 VHFs
• Richie compass
• Starlink Wi-Fi internet
• LED flood, courtesy & underwater lighting
• Scania Engine Display
• Underwater Lights
• Custom Radar Mast

Accommodations

• Helm: Offset starboard with custom electrical/navigation console
• Seating: STIDD pedestal captain’s chair + STIDD bench mate’s chair
• Cockpit Helm: Secondary helm station with steering, throttle & Hydro-Slave control
• Berths: Sleeps 3 (V-berth + starboard crew berth)
• Head: Jabsco VacuFlush, 25-gallon holding tank
• Shower: Stand up separate shower
• Galley: Starboard side galley up with dual Isotherm fridge/freezer combos
• White vinyl headliner with teak trim, composite nonskid sole
• LED lighting throughout the interior of the boat

Fishing Equipment

• Gemlux Stainless Outrigger Bases
• LT Marine Swivel Rod Holders with pins to make fixed
• Seafrost Refrigeration
• Large Insulated centerline fish hold with ice dump and freezer plates 4' x 4.5' x 8.5'
• Ice Maker with dump into fish hold
• Dual fiberglass circulating bait wells w/ freezer plates
• Hydraulic Jabsco wash down system
• Hydroslave pot hauler
• Stainless steel davit
• Transom Helm 
• Tuna Door with ramp
• Danforth anchor with Chain and Rode
• Liferaft

Electrical

• 24V DC & 120/240V AC systems
• Four 8D house batteries + Group 24 generator start battery
• Victron inverter/charger + Orion DC-DC converters
• Victron auto-transformer shore power system
• 2- Durabrite Mini (Forward)
• 2- Durabrite Mini (Spreader Lights)
• 60 amp Galvanic Isolator

Mechanical

• Main Engine: Scania DC13, 900hp diesel (20 hours) MFG. 2021
• Controls: 3 Helm Stations (Helm, Cockpit Bulkhead, & Stern)
• Cruise: 18 kts | Max: 25 kts
• Transmission: Twin Disc Quickshift 2.04:1
• Propeller: NiBrAl 4-blade
• Shaft: Aquamet 2.5” w/ RE Thomas seal
• Bow Thruster: Side Power hydraulic
• Trim Tabs: Zipwake 
• Generator: Cummins 9kW diesel (5 hours)
• Fuel: 750 Gallons (2 x 375 Fiberglass tanks) in deck filling
• Fresh Water: 60 Gallons
• Holding Tank: 25 Gallons

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

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