JUSTICE
Yacht for Sale
Length:
75′ 0″ / 22.86m
| Builder: Consolidated Shipbuilding
| Year: 1930 / 2024
JUSTICE Yacht for Sale - 75′ Consolidated Shipbuilding
JUSTICE is one of the largest and fastest classic commuter yachts available, renowned for its performance and luxurious design. Originally commissioned by Jeremiah Milbank and named JEM, this iconic yacht became his preferred vessel for traveling between Greenwich, CT, and his Manhattan office in the 1930s. While primarily built for day cruising, JUSTICE is equipped with two beautifully appointed cabins, making it perfect for overnight stays and extended yacht cruises. The yacht also features a fully equipped galley and ample crew accommodations, ideal for longer journeys.
For the last 19 years, the current owner—the sixth steward of the yacht—has maintained JUSTICE in exceptional condition while using it primarily out of Montauk, NY and South Florida. This well-maintained luxury yacht is a true standout, capable of reaching speeds up to 30 knots with ease. JUSTICE represents a rare opportunity in the yacht market, offering a combination of historical significance, luxury features, and high-performance capabilities that make it a prized asset in the world of yacht sales
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Jonathan S. Chapman
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Overview
JUSTICE stands as one of the most iconic and rapidly recognized examples of the famed American Commuter Yachts, a class known for their combination of elegance, speed, and utility. Originally commissioned in the 1930s by the prominent businessman Jeremiah Milbank and christened as JEM, this exquisite yacht was designed to provide swift and stylish transportation between his estates in Greenwich, Connecticut, and his office in the heart of Manhattan. A true marvel of its time, JUSTICE was built primarily for day trips, offering Milbank a comfortable, efficient, and luxurious means of commuting.
Despite her origins as a commuter yacht, JUSTICE features an array of amenities that elevate her beyond a mere utility vessel. She is equipped with two well-appointed cabins that ensure comfort for overnight stays or longer voyages, making her perfect for extended cruises. Additionally, her fully equipped galley caters to all culinary needs, while accommodations for a crew provide convenience and service throughout any journey.
For the past 19 years, JUSTICE has been cared for and maintained to an exceptional standard by her current owner, who is the yacht’s sixth steward. Operating out of both Montauk, New York, and South Florida, her owner has kept her in remarkable condition, ensuring that her vintage charm and world-class performance remain as impressive as ever. A true testament to craftsmanship and engineering, JUSTICE is a stunning sight as she glides through the waters, effortlessly reaching speeds of up to 30 knots.
In the world of yachting, JUSTICE is a truly rare offering—an exceptional vessel with a rich history, impeccable design, and unparalleled performance. Few yachts like her exist, making her a standout in any harbor and a coveted treasure for those who appreciate timeless beauty and luxury on the water.
Key Features
• Incredibly unique and rare offering
• Impressive speed capabilities to 30kts
• Beautifully maintained and updated
Accommodations
While a Commuter yacht was generally considered a day boat, JUSTICE does possess well-appointed accommodations for four in the owner’s party plus crew quarters forward for two.
The pilothouse incorporates comfortable seating aft of the helm station. Immediately aft of this is the mid-deck dining area, with a beautifully varnished table and bench seating for six. Finally, the aft cockpit has a full beam settee and an inlaid teak coffee table flanked by two chairs. Access to the owner’s cabin with ensuite head and separate stall shower is through a canvas and Eisenglass enclosed open-air lounge.
Down a short companionway and forward of the pilothouse is the elegantly appointed saloon finished in English Pumpkin Pine paneling. Period chairs, a sofa, two end tables, and a bar area all complement this area. A day head is located to the port side adjacent to a hidden entertainment center.
Two steps down and aft from the saloon is the guest stateroom with a full to queen size custom berth to port and a head with shower to starboard. The engine room access is immediately aft.
Forward of the main salon and down three steps is a full width galley. Portlights and deck opening hatches provide ventilation, while a dorade box on deck provides stovetop exhaust. Centerline, a door forward leads into the crew cabin with two berths, a dinette, hanging lockers, and a head with shower. Separate foredeck access from the crew cabin is via a mahogany ladder.
The foredeck features two fixed teak chaise lounge chairs, along with a bow cockpit equipped with a settee and an adjustable mahogany and glass windshield for protection against spray and wind.
Galley
• Stainless countertops with integrated wash basins
• Waring 500x commercial convection oven (2013)
• Fisher Paykel 4 – burner propane cooktop (2013)
• Galley vent fan system (2012)
• Fully rebuilt refrigeration system (2023)
• Freezer in galley sole
• Fresh water drinking water filter
• Generous storage
• U-Line ice maker at helm
Salon
• Direct access to wheelhouse, guest cabin, day head and galley
• Beautiful Pumpkin Pine interior
• 5 x Roll down windows
• 2 x Forward opening windows
• Starboard forward window opens to provide foredeck access
• Chelsea ships bell clock
• Chelsea barometer
• Navy blue carpet (2024)
• 3 x Dining chairs
• Sofa loveseat
• Easy chair
• Card table with leaves
• 2 x Side tables
• Samsung TV
• Direct TV
Day Head
• Raratan fresh water flush head
• Porcelain corner sink
• Mirror
• Roll down window
Owner's Cabin
• Twin berths to port and starboard with drawer storage below
• 4 x Small circular hull portlights
• 2 x Larger circular portlights
• 4 x Large opening windows
• 5 x Wall sconces
• 2 x Reading lights
• Chest of drawers
• Hanging locker
• Vanity
• Intercom
Ensuite Owner's Head
• Porcelain wash basin
• Vanity
• Spruce sole
• Raritan freshwater flush head
• Opening port
• Stall shower
Midship Guest Cabin
While JUSTICE was originally built with one cabin aft, this second small guest cabin was added in later years when modern engine technology allowed for less dedicated mechanical space. This cabin sits in what used to be the forward part of the engine room.
• Full size double berth with drawer storage under
• Opening port
• 2 x Wall sconces
• Mirror and small vanity
• Integrated drawer storage
• Intercom
Midship Ensuite Guest Head
• Raratan fresh water flush head
• Porcelain sink
• Mirror
• Opening window
• Integrated handheld shower with shower curtain
Hull and Deck Equipment
The hull is built of 5/8” mahogany (outer planking) and 3/8” white cedar (inner planking) on 75 oak frames fastened with copper and brass. The bottom planking was entirely replaced to original specifications by Samples Shipyard in Boothbay Harbor, Maine in 1988. Since then, several planks have again been replaced as well as her transom. A full bottom refastening and new through hulls were done in 2010.
• Bottom refastened (2010)
• Through hulls replaced (2010)
• Purple heart worm shoe replaced (2022)
• New cast bronze deck stanchions to replace originals made of iron (2011)
• New teak decks (2007)
• Nautical Structures davit
• 2 x Steamer chairs on bow
• Sunning pad on saloon roof
• 2 x Monel 2 ¾” one piece shafts
• 2 x Ellis 28/29 x 46” pitch props
• Maxwell windlass
• Stainless Bruce anchor
• Owner absent/owner meal light
• New foredeck lifelines (2024)
• New mahogany propane deck box on bow (2024)
Machinery and Electrical Equipment
• 2 x IVECO C13 825hp diesel engines (2009) (Port: 3791hrs. / Starboard: 3791 hrs. 2/2025)
• 2 x ZF 2:1 transmissions (2009)
• New main engine starting motors (2023)
• Replaced all main engine fuel injectors (2023)
• Replaced main engine serpentine belts (2023)
• Heat exchanger service (2023)
• New main engine wiring harnesses (2024)
• Racor dual fuel filters for main engines
• 17kW Westerbeke generator (2009) (1125 hrs.2/2025)
• Racor single fuel filter for generator
• Reverso oil change system
• Fireboy engine room extinguishing system
• Engine room exhaust fans
• Zinc Saver II galvanic isolator
• Mach 5 freshwater pump
• Arid series 4 bilge system
• 120/240 Volt AC distribution panel
• 50 Amp shore power inlets located both port and starboard in engine room
• 2 x 50 Amp shore power cords
• 24 Volt DC distribution panel
• 4 x 12 Volt AGM house batteries (2023)
• 4 x 12 Volt AGM engine starting batteries in series to produce 24 volts (2023)
• 1 x 12 Volt AGM generator starting batteries (2023)
• Xantrex link 2000 inverter charger
• Charles 120/20 amp charger
• 2 x 24 Volt DC main engine alternators
• 1 x 12 Volt DC generator alternator
• Salon and mid-cabin 16,000 BTU air conditioning with two air handlers (2020)
• Aft cabin 16,000 BTU air conditioning
• Galley and crew quarters 12,000 BTU air conditioning with two air handlers (2015)
• Stainless 40 gallon hot water heater (2021)
Electronics and Navigation Equipment
• Simrad radar / chart plotter (2013)
• Simrad GPS (2013)
• Simrad depth sounder (2013)
• Icom IC-M422 VHF with Commandmic II (2013)
• Horizon depth sounder
• KVH sat TV
• Glendenning electronic engine controls with trolling valves
• FPT engine control gauges
• Compass
• Appropriate navigation lighting
Crew Cabin
• 2 x Over under single bunks
• Small 2-person dinette
• Samsung TV
• 2 x Overhead storage lockers
• 2 x Hanging lockers
• 4 x Opening ports
• Large overhead slide hatch with crew access ladder
Crew Head
• Raratan freshwater flush head
• Porcelain corner sink
• Small mirror and vanity
• Shower
Broker Remarks and History
JUSTICE (built as JEM) is one of the largest of the express commuter yachts and was built originally for the personal use of Jeremiah Milbank in 1930 for travel between his home in Greenwich, CT, and the NYYC docks in lower Manhattan. She was designed by the respected marine architect John H. Wells of New York and built by Consolidated Shipbuilding in Morris Heights, NY. Her original cost in 1930 was $82,000.
The vessel was built on white oak frames with inner planking of ½” white Cedar and outer planking of 5/8” Honduran mahogany. The decks, now teak, replaced the original virgin white pine. The yacht has an overall length of 75’ 6”, a 13’ beam, and a draft of 4’. All her fastenings are copper and brass.
Originally powered by two 500hp Winton gasoline engines, JUSTICE underwent several upgrades over the years. In 1947, she transitioned to a pair of Gray Marine diesels, followed by General Motors 6110s in 1952. In 1998, 800hp Caterpillar diesels were installed, later replaced in 2009 by her current 825hp IVECO engines.
During World War II, JEM served as US Navy Patrol Boat Q67, earning three brass chevrons on her cabin side. Her exceptional speed made her adept at patrolling for submarines.
JEM has hosted numerous dignitaries throughout her 94 year history. In the Summer of 1930, JEM was at the disposal of President Hoover, a friend of Mr. Milbank, then financial secretary of the Republican Party. Archie Roosevelt, son of President Theodore Roosevelt spent many weekends aboard JEM. Following her service in World War II, General and Mrs. Douglas MacArthur were frequent passengers. Through the postwar era until 1998 the yacht had only one Captain, Ray Thombs, who fastidiously maintained JEM in her original beauty.
JUSTICE has had an eventful history transitioning from a commuter yacht to a cruising vessel under six owners since 1930. The Milbank estate sold JEM in 1972 to George Lauder, who renamed her JESSICA. In 1985, Ted Valpey Jr. of New Hampshire became the owner until 1997 when she was sold and acquired by Arthur J. Halleran Jr., who reverted to the name, JEM. José “Pepe” Fanjul purchased her in 2003, renaming her AZUCAR before her latest ownership change in 2005.
JUSTICE is a premier example of an American yachting pedigree. Rare and distinctive, she embodies the essence of a true gentleman's yacht in every aspect.
Disclaimer
The company 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 his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.