Shannon 39 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hull type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Ketch

LOA

41.58' · 12.67 m

Displ.

18,700 lbs · 8,482 kg

First year

1994

The Shannon 39 represents a refined evolution in the lineage of Bristol, Rhode Island’s most storied shipyard. Introduced in the mid1990s as a successor to the legendary Shannon 38, the 39 was designed by Walter Schulz to bridge the gap between traditional aesthetics and modern composite construction. While many builders during this era were moving toward lighter, finkeel production boats, Shannon doubled down on the "ultimate bluewater" philosophy. The 39 features a heavily reinforced hull, often built using the patented SCRIMP (Seemann Composites Resin Infusion Molding Process) vacuum infusion system, which optimized the resintoglass ratio for maximum strength and minimum weight. This model was typically offered in two primary configurations: an aftcockpit version and a rarer centercockpit layout, both of which maintained the brand’s signature bronze portlights and handcrafted joinery. As noted by the official Shannon Yachts history, the 39 was engineered to be handled easily by a couple, a design priority that has defined the builder’s output since 1975.