The Nordic 44 is a proven offshore-capable cruiser equally at home on local waters or extended passages. Designed by Robert H. Perry, this timeless hull balances strong sailing performance with comfort and security at sea. Moderate bow and stern overhangs, a powerful sail plan, and a deep fin keel deliver excellent windward ability, while the skeg-hung rudder provides dependable tracking offshore.
The deck tooling is exceptionally well executed, featuring molded dorade boxes, recessed and newly repainted non-skid, integrated genoa tracks, and raised hardware mounting pads. Below, the interior showcases traditional yacht craftsmanship with solid teak joinery throughout and no structural fiberglass liners, contributing to both strength and longevity.
NJORD’S FAVOR is particularly well suited for Pacific Northwest cruising, equipped with Hurricane Zephyr HW hydronic diesel heat (2025), Frigoboat keel-cooled refrigeration, Iversen dodger and bimini (bimini 2021), dinghy davits, heavy-duty windlass with substantial chain, Garmin sailing instruments and Garmin 8612 Chartplotter (2020), and a Raymarine Autopilot.
Other Recent Upgrades:
- New Tender 2024
- New custom V-birth mattress and sheets 2024
- Mack Sails stack pack installed by Puget Sound Rigging 2023
- Hydraulics for boomvang and backstay rebuilt 2022
- New cushions in main salon 2020
| Name of vessel | Njord's Favour |
| Model | Nordic 44 |
| Year | 1983 |
| Builder | Nordic Yachts |
| Designer | Robert Perry |
| Price | $115,000 USD |
| Location | Seattle, WA |
| Length (feet) | 43 |
| Beam (feet) | 13 |
| Draft (feet) | 7 |
| Displacement (pounds) | 23000 |
| Ballast (pounds) | 9340 |
| Engine model | Universal M50 |
| Engine horsepower | 50 |
| Engine hours | 5240 |
| Fuel tank capacity (gallons) | 75 |
| Water tank capacity (gallons) | 150 |
| Holding tank capacity (gallons) | 30 |
Accommodations
Accessed via a teak-trimmed companionway over a secure bridge deck, the interior features warm teak joinery, a teak and holly sole, and off-white padded overhead panels secured with removable teak battens for easy access to wiring and deck hardware.
Forward Cabin:
The private forward stateroom features a generous V-berth measuring 6’5” long and nearly 6’ wide. Shelving runs outboard beneath the deck edge, with a three-drawer chest to port and two hanging/storage lockers to starboard. An overhead hatch and opening port provide excellent ventilation.
Forward Head:
Located just aft to port is the forward head. The sink is currently disconnected and the toilet has been removed (and plumbing plugged), as the space has been used primarily for storage by the current owners.
Main Salon:
The spacious salon offers an L-shaped settee to port and a straight settee to starboard, both suitable as sea berths. Storage shelves and bookcases are located outboard of both settees. The teak dining table comfortably seats six and lowers to form an additional berth using a custom cushion. Stainless steel water tanks are located beneath the settees.
Galley:
Aft to port is a large U-shaped galley designed for safe use underway. Equipment includes a Princess “Gourmet II” three-burner propane stove with oven (new 2014) protected by a stainless crash bar, double stainless sinks, and a Frigoboat keel-cooled refrigerator/freezer. Storage is abundant, with cabinetry outboard, lockers beneath the stove and sinks, and four drawers adjacent to the refrigeration unit.
Navigation Station:
Opposite the galley to starboard is a forward-facing navigation station with a large top-opening chart table, a 4” deep chart drawer, and additional storage lockers below.
Aft Stateroom:
Located aft to port, the aft cabin features a large double berth with drawer storage beneath.
Aft Head:
Opposite to starboard, the aft head is ideal for use underway or when returning from the cockpit. It features a stainless steel sink, a large separate shower stall, storage lockers outboard, and an opening port above the toilet.
Electronics & Navigation
- Garmin 8612 Chartplotter (2020)
- Garmin wind and depth instruments (2015)
- Raymarine ST7002 autopilot with Type 2 linear drive
- Furuno radar
- Raytheon Ray55 VHF radio
- SGC 2000 SSB radio
- Ritchie binnacle compass
- ACR GlobalFix EPIRB (battery expired)
- Weems & Plath clock and barometer
Mechanical Systems
- Universal 50 HP diesel engine (5240hrs)
- ZF 15MTV transmission
- Engine panel with tachometer, voltmeter, temperature, and oil pressure gauges
- Max Prop three-blade feathering propeller
- Racor primary fuel filter
- Hurricane Zephyr HW hydronic diesel heat with five registers
Electrical Systems
- 12V DC and 120V AC electrical systems
- Bass AC/DC electrical distribution panel with voltmeters and ammeters
- Heart Interface 2500W inverter/charger with Link 2000 control panel
- Complete separate house bank with 720 Ah from 12 – 6 volt, gel cell batteries.
- One (1) Group 27 gel-cell engine start battery (July 2018)
Deck & Hull
The Nordic 44 hull is hand-laid solid fiberglass with a fin keel and skeg-hung rudder. A ½” foam insulation layer on the interior hull reduces condensation and dampens sound. The original molded non-skid remains functional, though cosmetically worn.
Deck equipment includes:
- Stainless steel dinghy davits
- Edson binnacle with stainless destroyer wheel (leather wrap new 2014)
- Iversen dodger with stainless handrails (2014)
- Iverson bimini (2021)
- Custom cockpit table with drink and binocular holders
- Top Sider custom cockpit cushions
- Magma barbecue with cover
- Stern boarding ladder
- Stainless stanchions with double lifelines (recently replaced bases and lifelines)
- Lifeline boarding gates port and starboard amidships
- Lifesling MOB recovery device and MOB pole
- Teak handrails
- Maxwell horizontal capstan windlass with wired remote
- Anchor washdown system
- 20kg Bruce anchor on bow roller
- Spare CQR anchor
- 220’ chain
Sails & Rigging
Designed as a fast cruiser/racer, the Nordic 44 excels as a passagemaker. Her deep 7’ draft and fine entry provide exceptional upwind performance.
- Double-spreader aluminum mast with rod rigging
- Aluminum boom
- Mack Sails Stack Pack (2023)
- Navtec hydraulic backstay and boom vang (Rebuilt 2022)
- Furlex 300S roller furling
- Lewmar winches:
- (2) Lewmar 65ST primaries
- (2) Lewmar 46ST
- (3) Lewmar 43ST cabin-top winches
- (1) Lewmar 30ST halyard winch at mast
- (1) Lewmar 43ST halyard winch at mast
- Aluminum spinnaker pole
- Extensive sail inventory including multiple spinnakers, and various headsails (stored indoors)