Jongert 17S Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

The Jongert 17S is a definitive example of the "Golden Age" of Dutch steel yacht construction, embodying the transition from traditional workboats to the world-renowned luxury cruisers that defined the shipyard’s reputation in the 1970s and 1980s. Built in Wieringerwerf, the 17S (often part of the broader "S-Series" which included the 16S and 19S) was designed for the yachtsman who prioritized seaworthiness and longevity over contemporary racing metrics. With its characteristic clipper bow, heavy steel hull, and ketch rig, the vessel is a "little ship" in every sense, designed to cross oceans with a level of security that few modern fiberglass production boats can replicate. As noted by Jongert Shipyard, the company's early breakthrough came from these robust sailing designs, which established a global benchmark for semi-custom steel yachts.