The Menger Cat 23, later produced as the Thom Cat 23, stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the traditional Cape Cod catboat. Designed by the father-and-son team of William and Andrew Menger, this 22'6" vessel is often described as a "big little boat," a reputation earned by its extraordinary 10-foot beam. This width, nearly half the boat’s length, provides a level of stability and internal volume typically reserved for cruisers in the 30-foot range. Originally built in Babylon, New York, the Menger Cat 23 was specifically engineered to navigate the shallow, shoaly waters of Long Island’s South Shore, utilizing a heavy centerboard design that allows for a draft of just over two feet with the board up. Following the closure of Menger Boatworks in 2004, the legacy and tooling were preserved by Thompson Boatworks, which continues to support the fleet and offer new builds under the Thom Cat name.
Menger Cat 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Menger
- Model
- Cat 23
- Builder
- Menger Boatworks
- Designer
- Menger/Sweisguth
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1990 - 2010
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | 1 | $20,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $39,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $29,900 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I | 29.25' | $43,214 | 12 | 5 |
| Com-Pac 23 | 22.75' | $6,950 | 9 | 3 |
| Com-Pac Picnic Cat | 14' | $6,500 | 8 | 2 |
| Marshall Sanderling | 18.17' | $12,500 | 8 | 2 |
| Com-Pac 23 Mk IV | 23.92' | $32,950 | 5 | 2 |
| Menger Cat 19 | 19' | $12,945 | 4 | 1 |
| Menger Cat 23 | $34,450 | 2 | 0 | |
| Com-Pac Sun Cat 17-2 | 17.33' | $24,000 | 2 | 0 |
| Cornish Crabbers Shrimper 21 | 24.83' | $50,720 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $34,450 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Menger Cat 23 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Menger Cat 23 over the past 12 months is $34,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Menger Cat 23 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Menger Cat 23 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Menger Cat 23?
- Comparable models include the Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I, Com-Pac 23, Com-Pac Picnic Cat. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.