Used Kettenburg 38 Sailboats for Sale

The Kettenburg 38, often simply referred to as the K-38, embodies the golden age of wooden yacht building in Southern California. Conceived by Paul Kettenburg and built by the renowned Kettenburg Boats of San Diego between 1948 and 1959, this classic fractional sloop was designed to be a versatile vessel, equally at home on the racecourse as it was on a family cruise. With 40 units built during its production run, the K-38 earned a reputation as a beautifully crafted and capable yacht, seamlessly blending performance with the enduring charm of traditional wooden construction.