Salty Pup 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

23' · 7.01 m

Disp.

4,667 lbs · 2,117 kg

First year

1978

The Salty Pup 23 stands as a quintessential example of the "pocket cruiser" philosophy that dominated the British marine industry during the 1970s and early 1980s. Molded by Colvic Craft and designed by the esteemed naval architect Alan Hill—famed for his work on the Coaster and various Moody designs—the Salty Pup 23 was conceived as a rugged, heavydisplacement alternative to the flightier finkeel cruisers of its era. With its high freeboard, substantial beam, and traditional lines, the vessel earned a reputation as a "miniature ship," offering a level of seaworthiness rarely found in boats under 25 feet. While often overshadowed by its larger sibling, the Salty Dog 27, the Pup 23 carved out a niche for coastal explorers who prioritized safety and volume over raw speed.