"Frank Boettcher" wrote in message
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On Sun, 22 Jan 2006 14:32:45 GMT, "Maxprop"
wrote:




Also disappointing were the newest Sabres. Their interiors have also
suffered a decline in finish quality. The cabin sole was positively ugly
(not as bad as a Bavaria, but close) on the last one we saw.

Max


I went to the Miami boat show several winters ago and remember being
excited to get to see the high end, New England built boats. I
boarded the Sabre, went below and remember being disappointed. Could
not put my finger on it, the interior just seemed so bland for that
many bucks.

Despite our criticisms, Sabres are well-constructed boats. The company is
fighting to keep them in their price niche, and it appears they are cutting
some corners in order to do so. Mostly those cut corners are cosmetic in
nature. The hulls are structurally strong and the joinery is well-done.
But you are right--one expects better things from the high-priced spread.

Max