Drascombe Drifter Sailboats for Sale

John Watkinson·1977 – 1984·~110 hulls·Honnor Marine Ltd.
Approximate drawing

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Hull Type
Monohull · long
Rig
Yawl
LOA
21.5' · 6.55 m
Disp.
2,646 lbs · 1,200 kg
First year
1977

The Drascombe Drifter represents a pivotal moment in the lineage of Honnor Marine, marking the transition from the opencockpit day boats that defined John Watkinson’s early success to a more capable, dedicated pocket cruiser. Launched in 1978, the Drifter was designed to answer a specific demand from the "Drascombe fleet": the need for a vessel that retained the shallow draft and ease of handling of the Lugger but offered enough sheltered accommodation for extended coastal cruising. Measuring 21 feet 4 inches, the Drifter is a heavydisplacement, GRPhulled cruiser that utilizes the traditional yawl rig—a signature of the Drascombe Association design philosophy—allowing for exceptional balance and versatility in varying wind conditions.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 9,317
Asking price · 6 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
6 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+85.7%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United Kingdom (50.0%) · Germany (16.7%) · Netherlands (16.7%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Drascombe Drifter listings appear across 4 countries. United Kingdom has the most listings with 3 (50.0%), followed by Germany and Netherlands.

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

Country view

6 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 9,3473150.0%
Germany$ 4,7851016.7%
Netherlands$ 11,1071016.7%
United States$ 6,0001016.7%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

6 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Westerly Griffon 2626'$ 10,6844510
Honnor Marine 1923.62'$ 18,701269
Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk V24.02'$ 82,850114
Norfolk Gypsy23.83'$ 21,381102
Honor Marine Classics Coaster21.75'$ 18,20783
Drascombe DrifterYou are here$ 9,31761

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Drascombe Drifter cost?+
The median asking price for a used Drascombe Drifter over the past 12 months is $9,317. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Drascombe Drifter sailboats are for sale?+
1 Drascombe Drifter listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 6 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Drascombe Drifter prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Drascombe Drifter is up 85.7% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Drascombe Drifter sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Drascombe Drifter listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (50.0%), Germany (16.7%), Netherlands (16.7%).
05Do Drascombe Drifter listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Drascombe Drifter listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 2.0% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Drascombe Drifter?+
Comparable models include Westerly Griffon 26, Honnor Marine 19, Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk V. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.