The Hunter Minstrel 23 is a distinctive, David Thomas-designed pocket cruiser that represents a traditionalist evolution of the pioneering Hunter Liberty. Built by Hunter Boats Ltd. in the United Kingdom between approximately 1987 and 1993, the Minstrel was conceived as a more conventional alternative to its cat-ketch siblings. While it utilizes the same efficient, double-ended hull form as the Liberty 22 and 23, the Minstrel swaps the unstayed twin-masted rig for a high-peaked gunter sloop configuration. This design choice, inspired by Thomas’s experience with the Royal Naval Montagu Whaler, combines the aesthetic of a classic gaffer with the performance characteristics of a modern Bermudan rig. Approximately 30 units were produced, making it a rarer find on the used market compared to the more prolific Liberty series.
Hunter Minstrel 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $5,409 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $9,417 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
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| Twister 28 | 28.25' | $16,902 | 15 | 4 |
| Hunter Boats Horizon 23 | 22.75' | $10,141 | 11 | 7 |
| Cornish Crabbers Crabber 22 | $43,269 | 11 | 7 | |
| Norfolk Gypsy | 23.83' | $21,635 | 9 | 3 |
| Hunter Delta 25 | 24.44' | $6,761 | 5 | 2 |
| Leisure 23 SL | 22.64' | $6,254 | 4 | 3 |
| Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk III | 24.5' | $29,072 | 3 | 2 |
| Hunter Minstrel 23 | $7,413 | 2 | 0 | |
| Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I | 29.25' | $13,454 | 2 | 2 |
| Westerly Pageant 23 | 23' | $3,947 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
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| United Kingdom | $7,413 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hunter Minstrel 23 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hunter Minstrel 23 over the past 12 months is $7,413. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hunter Minstrel 23 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Hunter Minstrel 23 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hunter Minstrel 23?
- Comparable models include the Twister 28, Hunter Boats Horizon 23, Cornish Crabbers Crabber 22. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.