The Dufour 39, designed by the legendary naval architect German Frers and launched in the mid-1980s, represents a sophisticated pivot point in the history of the French shipyard. During this era, Dufour sought to elevate its brand from a high-volume production builder to a premier manufacturer of performance cruisers that could rival the likes of Nautor Swan or Wauquiez. The result was a yacht characterized by the signature Frers "sheer"—an elegant, slightly curved profile—and a hull form that prioritized sea-kindliness and balanced handling over the maximization of interior volume. The 39 was part of a prestigious range that included its larger sibling, the Dufour 42, both of which shared the same design DNA and a focus on high-end finish and blue-water capability.
Frers Dufour 39 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Frers
- Model
- Dufour 39
- Builder
- Dufour
- Designer
- German Frers
- Number Built
- 160
- Production Year(s)
- 1982 - 1994
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