The Blue Moon 23 is a quintessential "pocket voyager" designed by the legendary naval architect Thomas Gilmer. Heavily inspired by the traditional lines of the Falmouth Quay punts, this 23-foot gaff-rigged cutter was conceived for the sailor who prioritizes sea-kindliness and traditional aesthetics over modern racing performance. While many were custom-built in wood (cedar on oak) or steel, the design's enduring popularity led to various professional and semi-professional iterations. As noted in Small Boats Magazine, the vessel is defined by its heavy displacement and full-keel profile, which allow it to handle offshore conditions that would overwhelm most boats of its size.
Moon 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Moon
- Model
- 23
- Builder
- —
- Designer
- Thomas Gillmer
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1943 - ??
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