Since 1998
$48,000

1981 North Seas Trawler North Passage 37
Sapho is a 1981 classic tri‑cabin trawler built for comfortable, long‑range coastal cruising. With the trusted CHB/Sea Chief pedigree, her hand‑laid fiberglass full‑displacement hull delivers the stability and “salty” charm these boats are famous for.
She carries 400 gallons of fuel and 200 gallons of water and has already proven herself over 24 years exploring Southeast Alaska.
Inside, Sapho feels like a warm teak retreat. The private aft suite features a queen berth, ample storage, and an ensuite head with a rare tub and shower. The bright midship salon serves as the social heart of the boat, offering an L‑shaped dinette, lower helm, and wraparound windows. Guests enjoy a forward V‑berth with twin bunks, private head, and vanity.
Powered by the legendary Ford Lehman 120 hp diesel, she cruises efficiently at 7–8 knots while burning just 1.5 gallons per hour. Dual helm stations—inside and on the flybridge—provide comfort and control in any weather.
Wide walk‑around decks, high bulwarks, and extensive teak interior details complete the package. Sapho is a dependable, character‑rich cruiser ready for her next adventure.Single engine Ford Lehman diesel main engine
Bow thruster
Hydraunic diesel heater throughout boat
2 gallons per hour fuel consumption
Canvas enclosed fly bridge
Proven northwest cruiser
Located in Skagway, Alaska
A lot of boat for under 50kBOAT INFORMATION:
Builder: North Passage
Model Name: North Passage 37
Year: 1981
Asking Price: $48,000
Current Location: Skagway
Length: 37 ft. 0 in.
Beam: 13 ft. 3 in.
Draft: 4 ft. 6 in.MAIN ENGINE(s) and PROPULSION
Engine Qty: 1
Make / Model: Ford Lehman 2715E
HP: 120
Year: 1981
Fuel: Diesel
Hour Main: 9575
GPH: 2
Cruise Speed: 7.5 kts
Cruise RPM: 1500
Top Speed: 10
Range: 1300
Rebuild Hours: unknown
Date Last Serviced: 2024
Shaft Size: 1 3/4
Shaft Material: SS
No. Propeller Blades: 3
Prop Type: Bronze
Exhaust: Wet Heat Exchange: Yes
Rudder Material: Steel
Reduction Gear Brand: Borg Warner
CONTROLS
Steering Type: Hydraulic
Steering Location at Main Helm: Yes
Steering Location at Flybridge: Yes
ANCHOR
Anchor Brand: Delta
Anchor Lbs: 45
Anchor Winch Brand: Lofrans
Anchor Winch Type: Electric
RODE
Chain: Yes
Size/Length: 5/16/50
Line: Yes
OTHER
Other Mechanical: keypower bow thrusterSHOREPOWER
30 Amp: Yes
BATTERIES
Start Batteries Qty: 2
Housebank Batteries Qty: 6
Batteries Year: unknown
Battery Charger: Yes
Battery Charger Brand: Prosign
Alternator: Yes
Alternator Brand: 225 amp
Inverter: Yes
Inverter Brand: Prosign 2000
THRUSTERS
Bow Thruster Type: yes/Keypower
Engine Safety Alarms: high waterELECTRONICS - MAIN HELM
GPS Quantity: 1
GPS Brand: Furuno GP 32
Plotter Quantity: 1
Plotter Brand: Nobletech
Radar Quantity: 1
Radar Brand: Furuno 1830
VHF Quantity: 2
VHF Brand: Apelco Uniden
Auto Pilot Brand: ComNav
Depth Sounder Quantity: 1
Depth Sounder Brand: Furuno
Charting Software: NobletechBERTHING
Sleeps No.: 4
Double Berths: 2
Queen Berths: 1
Interior Stateroom: 2
V-Berth: Yes
Convertible Dinette: Yes
MARINE SANITATION and WATER SYSTEMS
Heads No.: 2
Head Type: manual
Y Valve: Yes
Holding Tanks No.: 1
Hold Tank Gallons: 30
Water Tanks No.: 1
Water Tank Gallons: 200
Water Tanks Material: Stainless Steel
How Water Gallons: 10
GALLEY
Stove: Yes
Stove Brand: Princess
Oven: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Refrigerator Brand: Norcold
Microwave: Yes
CABIN HEATING and COOLING
Forced Air Hydronic Furnace: Yes
STEREO
Stereo System: Yes
TV: Hitachi
Satellite Radio: sirius xm
OTHER
Window Coverings: Yes
Interior Wood Type: teak
Flooring Type: teakFUEL TANKS
Quantity: 2
Total Gallons: 400
Material: steel
WATER TANKS
Quantity: 1
Total Gallons: 200
Material: stainless steel
WASTE/HOLDING TANKS
Quantity: 1
Total Gallons: 30
LPG TANKS
Quantity: 2
Total Gallons: 10
Material: Steel
OTHER TANKS
Other Tanks: small diesel tank for hydronic heaterEXTRAS
Dinghy: 1
Down-Rigger Qty: 1
Down-Rigger Mfg.: pen
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Life Ring: yes
Smoke Detectors: Yes
Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Yes
High Water Bilge Alarm: Yes
Bilge Pump: multiple rule pumps
Alaska Boat Brokers Inc. 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 their agents or surveyors to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated.
This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price changes, or withdrawal without notice







































