Used Defender 27 Sailboats for Sale

The Defender 27, a notable fiberglass cruising sailboat, emerged from the Dutch yacht builder Jachtwerf F. Dekker en Zonen, more commonly known as Dekker & Sons. Introduced in 1971, this monohull sailboat was conceived as a reliable and accessible vessel, ideally suited for recreational use on inland waters and leisurely family cruising. Designed by the collaborative talents of French naval architects Jacques Gaubert and André Mauric, the Defender 27 quickly became the yard's most popular model, solidifying Dekker & Sons' reputation for producing sturdy fiberglass yachts Notes in, Builder Article.