Colvic Watson 23 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · long

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

23.5' · 7.16 m

Disp.

7,600 lbs · 3,447 kg

First year

1976

The Colvic Watson 23 represents a specialized niche in the British maritime tradition, often described more accurately as a "little ship" than a mere sailboat. Designed by the esteemed naval architects at G.L. Watson & Co., a firm famous for its pioneering lifeboat designs, the Watson 23 was conceived to provide maximum safety and comfort within a compact 23foot footprint. Unlike many of its contemporaries from the 1970s and 80s that prioritized lightair performance, the Watson 23 was built for the heavy weather of the North Sea and the English Channel. It utilizes a heavydisplacement, doubleended hull with a deep long keel and a protected wheelhouse, making it a favorite for singlehanded sailors and couples who prioritize a dry, upright experience over raw speed.