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Onboard the Divine 595, the World is Your Oyster

• By Cruising World Staff
• Updated: November 3, 2021

Let’s just say I was feeling on top of the world. It was a ­lazy Saturday afternoon ­early this past September on the Solent—the historical straight off the south coast of England that lies between ­mainland United Kingdom and the Isle of Wight—and I felt right at home, styling at the helm of the new Oyster 595, freshly launched from the company’s shipyard in Wroxham.

The gleaming yacht —a word I do not freely bandy about, but this glamorous steed was far beyond your basic “sailboat”—cleaved through the light chop effortlessly, gliding upwind at 8 knots in precisely the same amount of breeze. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed many a lucky trick at many a lovely wheel, moments I’d wished could be frozen in time, and this was yet another one. This Oyster is a vessel that should, can and will taste ­far-reaching ­waters all over the globe, and do so with power and panache.

And frankly, it damn well should.

We’ll get this over with straightaway. For all its magnificence—and that’s the surefire correct adjective for this Rob Humphreys-designed stunner—the 595 will set back its well-heeled owners more than $3 million, which means, I might know how to drive one, but I surely will never own one. But the Oyster 595, perhaps more to the point, has a lot to say not only about contemporary, state-of-the-art, high-end production boatbuilding—and boat buying—but also the broader seascape as the marine industry slowly emerges from what is hopefully the worst of the pandemic.

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Consider this: Our lovely test sail was conducted on Hull No. 1 of the 595, for which 16 units have already been sold… sight unseen ! (­Never mind sails unfurled.) Down the road from Southampton, in the seaside ­village of Hythe, an entirely new ­factory is being tricked out to build the next Oyster up in the line, the 495; no fewer than 10 orders have been placed for that boat, and the very first one is still under construction ! Order books are now full a couple of years down the road, and this is by no means a success story that Oyster alone is enjoying. From ­Southampton, I made my way across the English ­Channel to France for this year’s edition of the Cannes Yachting ­Festival, and the story was repeated time and time again from nearly all the world’s top builders (Swan, Contest, Grand Soleil, HH Catamarans, etc.). ­Order books for seemingly all the major players are full now through 2023 (at the very least), many for ­models that do not yet exist beyond design renderings and brochures.

And this at least ­partially explains the dearth of new ­offerings from the perennial leading midsize, midlevel, full-on production yards as well, like Hanse and Beneteau. Who has time for innovative R&D when it’s taking all hands on deck to fulfill the long list of vessels already committed to?

What in the name of L. Francis Herreshoff is going on? The answer is both simple and complicated. Of the many ­surprises unleashed by the pandemic, surely one of the least predictable was many folks’ discovery (or rediscovery) of sailing. Yacht brokers reveled in one of their best years ­ever in 2020, to the point that the used-boat market has been ravished. But the pent-up demand has not abated, and now the new-boat market is on fire as well. It’s anybody’s guess how long this will last, but for the builders in the midst of this frenzy—such as ­Oyster—there’s no time to ponder it anyway. Their biggest problem —again, almost universal—is finding the armies of skilled labor necessary to produce what’s already been signed and sealed but not delivered.

Yet, I digress. Back to that remarkable Oyster.

Many of the boats rolling off the line these days are destined for one of the next two Oyster World Rallies; the 2022-2023 edition, capped at 30 boats, is sold out, and there’s no real question that the following one, in 2024-2025, will be as well. Value-added propositions are not unique to Oyster—Swan is also a seasoned master at organizing owner events—but they speak to the level of customer service and care that you also purchase with the boat. Why just build them when you can launch them on a fabulous jaunt around the planet with like-minded souls? ­Oyster reps speak of their ­customers as “family” and then back it up. The company is also in the midst of launching a proprietary system called Guardian Angel that monitors their yachts’ systems remotely, wherever they are, and also provides the ability to seek long-distance assistance or advice at the push of a touchscreen button. How much would you be willing to pay for such peace of mind?

The 595 is a striking yacht, with that signature cat’s-eye coachroof; a razor-sharp ­sheerline; an expansive ­cockpit and foredeck; maximized waterline with plumb bow; and all of it balanced by those twin helms at one end and an integral, smart sprit/ground-tackle arrangement at the other. It all looks powerful, and is. There are two keel options: a standard foil, which was on the boat I sailed, or a centerboard (of the 16 ­ordered so far, just three are ­going out the door with the latter). The transom is a work of art unto itself, with a sensational boarding platform that is basically a back porch, and even a retractable, telescoping passerelle when swanning about the Med. I do go back and forth on hull windows, often depending on whether I’m on or off a boat at the time. To my eye, the half-dozen vertical windows to each side do detract from the yacht’s grandeur, but I sure do ­appreciate all the natural light and tasty views when I’m nestled aboard. OK, we’ll keep them.

Space will limit me from ­going on and on, which I’d ­otherwise be very happy to do. But the big things are kind of obvious on the 595 (the massive sail plan, for instance, tamed by a hydraulic vang and ­furlers, electric winches and an in-mast furling mainsail with ­excellent vertical battens). Which makes the (relatively not-so) little things stand out more. Even under power, the boat is one of the quietest I’ve ever experienced; the engine-room insulation is astounding, and when gliding upwind under sail, nary a creak or groan is to be heard. Raise the floorboards and gaze upon as well-executed a plumbing and manifold arrangement as you’ll ever see, all serviced by just a pair of massive raw-­water intake valves to port and ­starboard. This is maintenance access to die for.

There are, of course, multiple interior layouts and floor plans possible, with furniture and cabinetry exquisitely rendered in your choice of ­cherry, maple and oak (big oak guy here…for me, light is right). Check out the Oyster website and prepare to linger a while.

Back at the helm, enjoying myself immensely, I was tempted when passing all the other boats (and we were always passing them) to offer them that little Queen Elizabeth half-wave thingy that she does so well. I couldn’t help it. Steering the Oyster 595 made me feel royal.

Herb McCormick is CW ’s ­executive editor.

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Video: onboard the new Oyster 595

• Toby Hodges
• November 4, 2021

Oyster’s latest launch, the Oyster 595, is its fastest selling model of all time as owners flock to ‘seize the day’. An overnight test proves the ideal chance to find out why

Your world becomes a very small place when the ease and convenience of travel is lost, a notion that has really hit home in the last couple of year, However, if uptake of the new Oyster 595 is anything to go by, many sailors are looking to set off to see a bit more of the world in the coming years.

The pandemic has forced us to look at our lives introspectively and what we want to get out of them. It seems for many it has forced the question, ‘why delay casting off’?

It’s evident that an increasing number of owners are not only impatient to set off, but they want to do so in the most comfort possible. That 16 deposits were placed on this £2.5m yacht before the first build was even finished is quite staggering. The new Oyster 595 is the fastest selling Oyster model to date and the British brand has clearly unveiled the right product at the right time.

The test boat had an enticing light oak finish. Teak, ash, or walnut is offered. Saloon table butterflies open to reveal stunning marquetry. Photo: Richard Langdon/Ocean Images

The Oyster 595 is about as high-end luxury you can go before entering a custom, crewed or superyacht level. From the contemporary yet practical deck and interior layout, to the engineering, electronics and joiner work, the finish is as good as it gets.

There is stiff competition in the 55-60ft luxury sector, but the phenomenal pre-sales of the Oyster 595 suggests it’s not just about the boat but the wish to join the brand: the Oyster experience. The Oyster World Rally shows there’s a growing desire to cruise the world in the largest manageable sized yacht in the most comfort with renowned support.

Given the choice, I’d still opt for the 565 for its slightly more manageable size and rewarding sailing experience. However, I appreciate that extra waterline length generates additional speed and the additional volume and entertaining space will make a larger difference to others.

For those owners who want a crew either permanently or to help with deliveries, that added space in the third guest cabin will be valuable.

Finally, apologies to anyone whose hopes we may have raised for owning one – unless you’re happy to wait another three years, of course. Seize the day indeed!

Oyster 595 specifications

LOA: 19.05m / 62ft 6in LWL: 16.81m / 55ft 2in Beam (max): 5.36m / 17ft 7in Draught: 2.68m / 8ft 10in Disp (lightship): 30,807kg / 67,917lb Ballast: 9,150kg / 20,172lb Sail Area (100% foretriangle): 186.1m2 / 2,003ft2 Berths: 7 or 8 Engine: Volvo Penta D3 150hp shaftdrive Water: 1,140lt / 251gal Fuel: 1,420lt / 312gal Sail area/disp ratio: 19.3 Disp/LWL: ratio 181 Price: (ex VAT) £2.35m (test boat) £2.6m Design: Humphreys Yacht Design Builder: oysteryachts.com

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Owning an Oyster is a passport to that ‘special place’ in life where you can truly relax, indulge and enjoy yourself to the full. The Oyster ownership experience is like no other. During a history spanning over 40 years, we have built more than 1000 yachts for clients with the desire and ambition to live their own personal dream on the water. Kindred spirits and each with a passion for sailing, forming strong friendships and enjoying good living, Oyster owners embrace a wonderful combination of family activities and a spirit of adventure. Of course, the sea-kindly handling, comfortable...

DECADES OF FINE BRITISH CRAFTSMANSHIP For over 40 years Oyster Yachts has been producing beautiful bluewater cruising yachts in Norfolk in the East of England. Working in the seventies initially with partners E.C. Landamores – who had been building and maintaining classic wooden and other yachts for the Norfolk Broads since the 1900s – Oyster carefully built up the team and with them honed the skills to produce high quality workmanship in composite hulls. Windboats were soon to join this group and during the next three decades the partnership between Oyster, Bridgland Moulders, Landamores...

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ALL ASPECTS OF THE YACHT’S DESIGN ARE DEVELOPED IN PERFECT HARMONY The starting point is the hull lines. All of the yachts in the Oyster fleet, from the 475 to the 118, have been drawn by Humphreys Yacht Design, a father and son team, proud of being one of Britain’s best known and longest established firm of naval architects. Their experience and success is broad; custom and production cruising yachts, many inshore and offshore racing yachts, not to mention America’s Cup and Volvo Ocean Racers. Oyster’s in-house design team take the naval architect’s hull, appendage and rig configurations,...

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Setting new standards for family-focused bluewater yachts below 60ft, the Oyster 565 and 595 bring a wealth of Oyster Superyacht The twin rudder ‘G6’ hull shapes have been developed from the extensive towing-tank testing undertaken for the larger Oysters and as now adapted from the Oyster 565 to the Oyster 118 as ‘standard’. Beautifully balanced equally for short-handed sailing with roller mains and jibs or with building experience to provide two stunning yachts equally at home the ‘sports pack’ for Oyster Regattas, these new hull forms facilitate many different layout options. in Monte...

Layout 1 Master Cabin Aft, Double Guest Cabin Forward & 4th Cabin Midships OYST E R 5 9 5 D I M E N S I O N S Length Overall – (Including Stemhead) 19.26m (63’ 2”) Length of Hull 18.14m (59’ 6”) Length Waterline 16.75m (54’ 11”) Beam 5.36m (17’ 7”) Draft – HPB Keel (Standard) Draft – Supershoal Centreboard (Optional) Displacement – HPB Keel (Standard) Displacement – Supershoal Centreboard (Optional) Sail Area – (100% Foretriangle) Tanks – Fuel 1500 litres (330 Imp gals, 396 US gals) Tanks – Water Typical Engine Yanmar 6BY3-160 117kW (160hp) The Oyster 595 is available with several different...

Layout 2 Master Suite Forward, Two Double Cabins Aft. Option for Three Cabins Forward Shown Below OYSTER 595 L AYOUT 2 – OPTIONAL For the first time in an Oyster we offer the option of a Master Suite forward. The aft layout can remain as another large cabin or can be changed to two double cabins aft.

Standard Profile Extended Transom With Supershoal Centreboard Option With Standard HPB Keel Standard Deck Extended Transom Deck

TRANSOM OPTIONS Standard Transom Bathing Platform Option Extended Transom Option Extended Transom with Dinghy Garage

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Born for exhilarating cruising

The Oyster 595 60-foot sailing yacht has our bluewater cruiser DNA running through her from bow to stern. Designed to be sailed shorthanded, with features like hydraulic push-button in-mast furling, she is also spacious enough for a professional crew. A centreboard option offers safe cruising in shallow waters, making her perfect for adventures anywhere on the world’s oceans.

The Oyster 595 60-foot sailing yacht has our bluewater cruiser DNA running through her from bow to stern. Designed to be sailed shorthanded, with features like hydraulic push-button in-mast furling, she is also spacious enough for a professional crew. A centreboard option offers safe cruising in shallow waters, making her perfect for adventures anywhere on the world’s oceans. The Oyster 595 punches well above her weight, with superyacht-inspired technology and design features distilled from larger Oyster yachts. Below decks, there is a generous, open saloon with triple vertical seascape windows. The standard four-cabin layout has space for eight family and friends with an optional crew cabin and three heads for convenience. Designed and hand-crafted with Oyster’s renowned build quality and a large cockpit and protected helm positions. All this makes her a pleasure to sail, whether island-hopping in the Mediterranean or rounding the Cape.

Oyster Yachts is a British boat builder, creating the world’s finest luxury bluewater sailboats since 1973. Our fleet of new sailing boats range from 60ft – 120ft, all capable of sailing around the world in comfort and safety. Our experts at Oyster Brokerage specialise in stunning pre-owned Oyster sailing yachts for sale. Oyster owners enjoy exclusive sailing events including Oyster World Rally, the ultimate sailing circumnavigation and Oyster Regattas in Palma and Antigua. Oyster After Sales & Service provide sailing boat parts, yacht maintenance, sailboat refurbishment and yacht refit services. You can experience Oyster on our exclusive Oyster Yacht Charter holidays in the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Newport USA.

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The Oyster 595 is 63 feet long and has a 18 feet beam. The Oyster 595 is made of fiberglass.