The Drascombe Drifter represents a pivotal moment in the lineage of Honnor Marine, marking the transition from the open-cockpit 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 heavy-displacement, GRP-hulled 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.
Used Drascombe Drifter Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Drascombe
- Model
- Drifter
- Builder
- Honnor Marine Ltd.
- Designer
- John Watkinson
- Number Built
- 110
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - 1984
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