Douglas & McCloud Thistle Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Sandy Douglass·1945·~4,000 hulls·Douglass & McCloud
Douglas & McCloud Thistle drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · centerboard
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
17' · 5.18 m
Displ.
515 lbs · 234 kg
First year
1945

The Douglass & McLeod Thistle is one of the most enduring and recognizable racing dinghies in North American sailing history. Designed in 1945 by Sandy Douglass, this 17foot open boat was envisioned as a lightweight, highperformance racer that could plane easily in moderate winds while remaining accessible to amateur sailors. Its distinctive plumb bow, wide beam, and elegant "U" shaped hull have made it a staple of yacht clubs for over seven decades. Originally constructed from molded plywood by Douglass & McLeod in Ohio, the design successfully transitioned to fiberglass in the early 1960s, a move that preserved the class's longevity and competitive parity. The boat’s enduring appeal lies in its "onedesign" philosophy, which ensures that older hulls remain competitive against modern builds, provided they are wellmaintained.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 2,500
Ask, not sold · 1 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
1 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
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Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Douglas & McCloud Thistle listings span 1 country. United States leads with 1 listings

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

1 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 2,50010100.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Catalina 2223.83'$ 6,5008326
J-Boats J/2424'$ 4,450189
Seascape 1818.04'$ 25,298185
Aphrodite 10132.6'$ 19,430164
Flying Tiger 10M32.58'$ 18,000149
Ovington 3030.9'$ 38,000126
Beneteau First 2524.61'$ 9,358105
Archambault Surpise31.3'$ 43,04995
Farr Class 40$ 65,15593
Rhodes 1919.17'$ 3,00062
Douglas & McCloud ThistleYou are here$ 2,50010

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Douglas & McCloud Thistle cost?+
The median asking price for a used Douglas & McCloud Thistle over the past 12 months is $2,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Douglas & McCloud Thistle sailboats are for sale?+
1 has been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are Douglas & McCloud Thistle sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Douglas & McCloud Thistle listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
04What should I look at instead of a Douglas & McCloud Thistle?+
Comparable models include Catalina 22, J-Boats J/24, Seascape 18. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.