The Colvic Countess 28, designed by the prolific Ian Anderson, represents a pivotal era in British yachting where the dream of offshore cruising became accessible to the middle-market sailor. Launched in the late 1970s, the Countess 28 was the smaller sibling in a range that included the highly successful Countess 33 and 37. Unlike many of its contemporaries that leaned toward IOR (International Offshore Rule) racing shapes, Anderson designed the Countess 28 with a clear mandate for volume, stability, and safety. The hull was primarily marketed by Colvic Craft as a set of moldings—hull, deck, and bulkheads—to be completed by either professional yards or dedicated amateur builders. Consequently, while the external lines remain consistent, the internal execution of the Countess 28 varies significantly from vessel to vessel, reflecting the individual skill and budget of its original finisher.
Used Colvic Countess 28 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Colvic
- Model
- Countess 28
- Builder
- Colvic Craft
- Designer
- Ian Anderson
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - ??
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