The O’Day Widgeon 12 is a quintessential American fiberglass dinghy, designed by Robert Baker in the early 1960s to bridge the gap between small "frostbite" style tenders and larger day sailers. At 12 feet 4 inches in length, the Widgeon was a massive commercial success for the O’Day Corporation, with over 10,000 units produced. It was specifically engineered to be a versatile "step-up" trainer that could be easily trailered, car-topped, or launched from a beach. Its longevity in the market is attributed to its "big boat" feel in a compact footprint, offering a stable platform for two adults or a group of children learning the fundamentals of sail trim and hull balance.
O'Day Widgeon 12 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- O'Day
- Model
- Widgeon 12
- Builder
- O'Day Corp.
- Designer
- Robert H. Baker
- Number Built
- 5300
- Production Year(s)
- 1964 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 22 | 23.83' | $6,475 | 68 | 11 |
| Herreshoff 12 1/2 | 15.83' | $23,500 | 15 | 6 |
| Catalina Capri 14.2 | 14.17' | $4,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Precision 18 | 17.42' | $6,250 | 6 | 4 |
| Catalina 16.5 | 16.33' | $13,500 | 4 | 0 |
| American Sail 14.6 | 14.5' | $4,975 | 4 | 1 |
| O'Day 19 | 19' | $4,448 | 4 | 0 |
| Flying Scot | 19' | $17,850 | 4 | 0 |
| Precision 21 | 20.75' | $5,500 | 3 | 1 |
| O'Day Widgeon 12 | $500 | 2 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $500 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used O'Day Widgeon 12 cost?
- The median asking price for a used O'Day Widgeon 12 over the past 12 months is $500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many O'Day Widgeon 12 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 O'Day Widgeon 12 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are O'Day Widgeon 12 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the O'Day Widgeon 12 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the O'Day Widgeon 12?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 22, Herreshoff 12 1/2, Catalina Capri 14.2. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.