The Sabre 42 represents a pinnacle of the Maine builder’s sailing heritage, introduced in 1986 as a sophisticated performance cruiser designed by Roger Hewson and the Sabre Design Team. Built during a transitional era where production builders were increasingly moving toward high-volume coastal cruisers, Sabre remained committed to the "performance-cruiser" ethos—crafting a yacht that was as rewarding to helm in a Wednesday night race as it was comfortable for a month-long offshore passage. The model was eventually refined into the Sabre 425 in 1990, which incorporated a slightly modified transom and interior tweaks, but both versions share the core DNA of high-quality fiberglass construction and artisanal teak joinery that defined the marque before it pivoted exclusively to powerboats.
Used Sabre 42 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Sabre
- Model
- 42
- Builder
- Sabre Yachts
- Designer
- Roger Hewson
- Number Built
- 62
- Production Year(s)
- 1987 - 1989
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