Farr Dickerson 37 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

37.5' · 11.43 m

Displ.

12,200 lbs · 5,534 kg

First year

1983

The Dickerson 37 (Farr Design) represents a fascinating pivot point in American boatbuilding history, where the traditional, conservative craftsmanship of the Chesapeake Bay met the cuttingedge performance philosophy of naval architect Bruce Farr. While Dickerson Boatbuilders was long associated with heavy, woodplanked cruising ketches, the 1983 introduction of the Farrdesigned 37 signaled a move toward the "performance cruiser" market. This model was distinct from the earlier George Hazendesigned Dickerson 37; while the Hazen version focused on bluewater stability and a moderate fin keel, the Farr version was conceived as a more aggressive competitor under the IOR (International Offshore Rule) era, offering significantly more speed and agility without sacrificing the brand’s reputation for a refined interior.