The Folkdancer 27 represents a pivotal moment in the history of Russell Marine Ltd., marking the transition from accessible entry-level cruisers to serious, long-distance offshore yachts. Designed by the esteemed naval architect Frederick R. Parker and introduced in the late 1960s, the Folkdancer was conceived as an evolution of the legendary Nordic Folkboat. While it retains the classic aesthetic—a long keel, elegant sheer, and a fractional rig—Parker modified the design to suit the burgeoning GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) market, increasing the beam and freeboard to provide the interior volume that the original wooden Folkboats lacked. Built with the robust construction characteristic of Russell Marine’s Essex-based yard, the Folkdancer 27 remains a favorite for traditionalists who value seaworthiness over modern interior volume.
Folkdancer 27 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Folkdancer
- Model
- 27
- Builder
- Russel Marine Ltd.
- Designer
- F. Parker
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1965 - ??
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