The Javelin, designed by Peter Milne in 1968, stands as a testament to the era of high-performance dinghy evolution that bridged the gap between traditional dayboats and the modern skiff. Milne, perhaps best known for designing the iconic Fireball, utilized similar principles of speed and technical agility when drafting the Javelin. At 17 feet 6 inches (5.38 meters), the boat was conceived as a powerful, two-person racing machine capable of exhilarating off-the-wind performance while maintaining enough stability to remain accessible to experienced club racers. Unlike many of its contemporaries, the Javelin was built to be a "thinking person's" boat, demanding tactical finesse and precise tuning rather than brute strength alone.
Milne Javelin Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Milne
- Model
- Javelin
- Builder
- Porter Brothers
- Designer
- Peter Milne
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1968 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $1,425 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J-Boats J/80 | 26.25' | $29,443 | 23 | 7 |
| J-Boats J/24 | 24' | $5,861 | 14 | 9 |
| J Boats J/28C | $18,750 | 12 | 1 | |
| Catalina Capri 14.2 | 14.17' | $4,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Ultimate 20 | 20.83' | $15,000 | 6 | 2 |
| Rhodes 19 | 19.17' | $3,000 | 5 | 1 |
| Performance Laser | $6,375 | 4 | 0 | |
| Flying Scot | 19' | $17,850 | 4 | 0 |
| Vanguard 15 | 15.25' | $3,999 | 3 | 1 |
| O'Day Javelin | $1,425 | 1 | 0 | |
| Irwin 38-1 | 37.75' | $18,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $1,425 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Milne Javelin cost?
- The median asking price for a used Milne Javelin over the past 12 months is $1,425. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Milne Javelin sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Milne Javelin listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Milne Javelin?
- Comparable models include the J-Boats J/80, J-Boats J/24, J Boats J/28C. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.