Endeavour 24 Sailboats for Sale

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

24' · 7.32 m

Disp.

3,307 lbs · 1,500 kg

First year

1966

The Endeavour 24 stands as a landmark in Australian maritime history, representing the successful transition from traditional timber construction to massproduced fiberglass (GRP). Conceived in the mid1960s by Reg Gardner, with design input from boat builder John Bott and naval architect Len Hedges, this 24foot masthead sloop was specifically engineered to democratize sailing. At a time when yachting was often reserved for the wealthy, the Endeavour 24’s availability in "kit" form allowed hundreds of Australian families to assemble their own vessels, fostering a DIY culture that remains a point of pride among current owners. The model’s robust construction and predictable handling made it the foundational pillar for Endeavour Yachts, which would eventually become one of the largest manufacturers in the Southern Hemisphere.