Klipper 17 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

16.83' · 5.13 m

Displ.

1,250 lbs · 567 kg

First year

1981

The Slipper 17, designed by Nick Hake before he established the legendary Seaward Yachts brand, represents an early masterclass in the "pocket cruiser" category. Conceived in the late 1970s and primarily manufactured by Starwind (a division of Wellcraft Marine) during the early 1980s, the vessel was built to provide a highquality, trailerable sailing experience that bridged the gap between a performance dinghy and a coastal cruiser. Its design reflects the same core philosophy found in the later Seaward Yachts lineage: a commitment to shallowwater accessibility, robust fiberglass construction, and a userfriendly layout that encourages spontaneous weekend voyages.