Hunter Sonata 23 Sailboats for Sale

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Fractional Sloop

The Hunter Sonata, designed by David Thomas and launched in 1976, is widely regarded as one of the most successful small cruiserracers in British yachting history. Produced by Hunter Boats Ltd (UK), the design was born from a collaboration between Thomas and builder Peter Poland, who sought to create a production glassfibre version of Thomas’s successful quartertonner, Quarto. The result was a 22foot 8inch "minitonner" that offered a potent blend of competitive racing prowess and sufficient accommodation for family coastal cruising. Between 1976 and 1990, approximately 479 hulls were produced, and the model achieved the rare distinction of being awarded National Status by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA).