M.V. Gambler

Handcrafted for the hunt.

At 61ft, the new Assegai 61 is built of timber, high density foam and fibreglass, designed with precision as the newest, most premium game fishing vessel in Australia. Its western cedar planked hull is strong, light and fast, with a top speed of 40 knots that puts the outer reef, offshore shoals and bluewater grounds within easy reach of Cairns for day and extended overnight charters.

Equipped with the latest fishing technology and top of the range equipment, along with a highly experienced crew who know these waters and fishing grounds exceptionally well, Gambler is set up to give guests the best possible chance of experiencing some truly world class fishing.

Calling Cairns home, Gambler joined the Morris Nautical fleet in September 2026.

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Specifications

Builder and model: Assegai Marine, Gold Coast; Assegai 61
Length: 61ft, 18.6m
Beam: 5.07m
Draft: 1.4m
Built/launched: 2026
Construction: Western cedar, high density foam and fibreglass
Engines: 2 x MAN 1550
Top speed: 40 knots
Fuel capacity: 6,800L
Water capacity: 1,100L
Guests, day charter: 11 guests
Guests, overnight: 6 guests across 3 cabins
Crew: Captain and 2 crew
Mooring: Cairns, Queensland

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Tackle and equipment

Gambler is fitted with premium Shimano fishing gear on custom-made Ian Miller rods, including:

Shimano Tiagra 130s and 80s for heavy-tackle marlin
Shimano Talica 8s, 12s and 50s for bottom fishing and light-tackle trolling
Shimano Stella 6000 and 8000 for topwater spinning, and 4000s

Millerods is home to Australia’s highest performance sportfishing rods, designed and handcrafted by Ian Miller.

Gambler’s cockpit is designed around the fight, featuring the latest Release Marine fighting chair and rocket launchers, hydraulic Rupp outriggers, and a tower with a helm station. Tuna tubes, live bait wells, a dedicated bait rigging station and a bait freezer keep bait preparation close at hand, while kill tanks, ice boxes and an ice chipper provide chilled storage for your catch.

Between the action, settle into the mezzanine seating or enjoy a freshly cooked meal from one of the two onboard Keyon BBQs.

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A Heritage of Craftsmanship, Reimagined.

In partnership with Morris Nautical, Assegai Marine, an Australian builder of high-end, custom game fishing boats, continues its legacy of building vessels that deliver world-class fishing capability in Australia. Founded by Barry Martin, working alongside son Craig Martin, the brand became renowned for its cedar and fibreglass construction techniques, producing strong, lightweight hulls designed to excel in demanding offshore conditions. Celebrated for exceptional quality, performance and meticulous craftsmanship, Assegai Marine brings Gambler to the market.