Falmouth Gypsy Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · triple

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

23.95' · 7.3 m

Displ.

4,189 lbs · 1,900 kg

First year

1968

The Falmouth Gypsy stands as a quintessential example of the British "pocket cruiser" philosophy that flourished in the late 1960s. Designed by the esteemed naval architect Rodney Warington Smyth and primarily constructed by the Penryn Boatbuilding Co. in Cornwall, this 24foot vessel was engineered to handle the challenging, tidal waters of the English Channel. Unlike many of its contemporaries that prioritized sleek lines for racing, the Gypsy was built with a "volumefirst" approach, utilizing a generous 8foot 6inch beam that was remarkably wide for a boat of its length during that era. This design choice resulted in a robust, seaworthy hull that provided internal volume usually reserved for 28footers, making it a favorite for coastal families and solo mariners seeking a sturdy "goanywhere" platform.