The Laurin 28 (often referred to as the L28) stands as a quintessential example of the "Koster" tradition, a design philosophy rooted in the rugged fishing vessels of the Swedish west coast. Designed by the prolific Arvid Laurin, this 28-foot double-ender transitioned the seaworthy characteristics of traditional wooden Kosters into the era of fiberglass production. Primarily built by Norrlandskustens Båtbyggeri starting in the late 1960s, the L28 was conceived as a "pocket blue-water cruiser," prioritizing ultimate stability and structural integrity over light-air speed. Its hallmark is the canoe stern and a long, integrated keel that provides a level of directional stability rarely found in modern fin-keel designs.
Laurin 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Laurin
- Model
- 28
- Builder
- Norrlandsplast
- Designer
- Arvid Laurin
- Number Built
- 155
- Production Year(s)
- 1966 - 1982
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