The Pearson 424 Cutter represents a significant milestone in Bill Shaw’s design legacy, appearing in the late 1970s as a response to the growing demand for a "go-anywhere" offshore cruiser that balanced traditional aesthetics with modern underwater geometry. Introduced in 1978, the 424 was a departure from the "skinny" Alberg-era designs, featuring a generous 13-foot beam and a modified fin keel that provided the internal volume and stability required for extended live-aboard voyaging. While most 424s were originally rigged as ketches, the cutter-rigged variant gained a dedicated following among purists who preferred the simplicity and windward efficiency of a single mast combined with the versatility of a staysail. As noted in editorial evaluations by Cruising World, the boat was engineered for the "middle-of-the-road" cruiser—offering more performance than a full-keel heavy displacement vessel without the flightiness of a racing hull.
Pearson 424 Cutter Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Pearson
- Model
- 424 Cutter
- Builder
- Pearson Yachts
- Designer
- William Shaw
- Number Built
- 225
- Production Year(s)
- 1978 - 1984
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 3 | $12,000 |
| Jun 2025 | 3 | $30,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $39,900 |
| Sep 2025 | 6 | $34,750 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | $35,000 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $11,781 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $32,250 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $1,981 |
| Mar 2026 | 3 | $54,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
10.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 29.3% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 425 | 43.5' | $361,500 | 26 | 2 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2 | 41.99' | $84,821 | 25 | 7 |
| Pearson 424 Cutter | $31,450 | 22 | 4 | |
| Pearson 365 Ketch | 36.42' | $35,000 | 22 | 16 |
| Moody 425 | 41.67' | $93,068 | 21 | 13 |
| Pearson 323 | 32.25' | $23,450 | 16 | 3 |
| Valiant 42 | 42' | $299,999 | 14 | 9 |
| Pearson 35 | 35' | $25,000 | 13 | 7 |
| Pearson 365 | 36.42' | $29,500 | 7 | 2 |
| Morgan Yachts Morgan 44 | 44' | $89,000 | 6 | 3 |
| Passport 42 | 42' | $155,000 | 5 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $30,000 | 16 | 3 |
| Spain | $11,781 | 3 | 0 |
| Australia | $64,425 | 1 | 1 |
| Panama | $39,900 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Pearson 424 Cutter cost?
- The median asking price for a used Pearson 424 Cutter over the past 12 months is $31,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Pearson 424 Cutter sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 22 Pearson 424 Cutter listings over the past 12 months, with 4 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Pearson 424 Cutter prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Pearson 424 Cutter has increased by 9.7% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Pearson 424 Cutter?
- Spain currently has the lowest median asking price at $11,781, while Australia is the most expensive at $64,425 — a 447% difference.
- Do Pearson 424 Cutter listings get price reductions?
- About 10% of Pearson 424 Cutter listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 29.3% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Pearson 424 Cutter?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 425, Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2, Pearson 365 Ketch. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.