Herreshoff 37 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Cat Ketch

LOA

37' · 11.28 m

Disp.

12,000 lbs · 5,443 kg

First year

1980

The Herreshoff 37, designed by Halsey Herreshoff—the grandson of the legendary Nathanael Greene Herreshoff—represents a modern interpretation of the family’s storied legacy of innovation and efficiency. While the original Herreshoff Manufacturing Company ceased its primary operations in the 1940s, Halsey carried the torch into the late 20th century, designing a series of performance cruisers that prioritized ease of handling and seaworthiness. The 37 is most commonly recognized in its "Cat Ketch" configuration, a rig characterized by two unstayed masts and the absence of a headsail, though a traditional sloop version was also produced. These vessels were often built by the Cat Ketch Corporation or under the Herreshoff name in various yards, blending the "Captain Nat" philosophy of minimal drag and refined hull forms with fiberglass construction and contemporary cruising amenities.