Taswell: The Secret Bluewater Yacht Built Like an Oyster

Are Taswell yachts the best-kept secret in bluewater cruising? In this video, we take a deep dive into Taswell yachts and compare them directly to one of the most respected names in offshore sailing: Oyster Yachts. Using real-world listings, we show how a Taswell 56 can sell for hundreds of thousands less than a comparable Oyster 56, despite sharing a similar mission, pedigree, and offshore capability. Taswell yachts were designed by Bill Dixon and built at the legendary Ta Shing yard in Taiwan during the golden era of serious cruising boat construction. These are not production boats built for dock appeal. They’re conservative, heavily built, ocean-crossing sailboats designed for long passages, comfort at sea, and durability over decades. So why don’t more people talk about Taswell? Why do they trade for less than comparable Oysters? And what do you actually give up, if anything, by choosing a Taswell over a big-name bluewater brand? In this episode, we break down: Taswell yacht history and brand background Ta Shing build quality and offshore design philosophy Real price comparisons between Taswell and Oyster yachts What makes a true bluewater cruising sailboat Who a Taswell is actually right for What to watch out for when buying an older offshore cruiser This is not a sales pitch and not a boat tour. It’s a market reality check for sailors who want a serious world-cruising yacht without paying purely for brand recognition. If you’re researching bluewater sailboats, offshore cruising yachts, Oyster alternatives, or trying to understand why some boats command premium prices while others fly under the radar, this video is for you. Let me know in the comments: Would you choose a Taswell over an Oyster if the numbers made sense? Keywords / Search terms naturally covered: Taswell yachts, Taswell 56, Oyster 56, bluewater cruising sailboat, offshore cruising yacht, Oyster alternatives, Ta Shing yachts, Bill Dixon sailboats, world cruising sailboats, best bluewater sailboat, used bluewater yacht, serious cruising boats, Lady K Sailing Need a consult? Click here to drop a message: https://ladyksailing.com/consults/ Want to help support Lady K Sailing? Click here to become a Patron: http://www.patreon.com/ladyksailing Or here to make a one time donation: http://www.ladyksailing.com/team-k Follow Lady K on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ladyksailing Or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladyksailing/