The Snapdragon 23 represents the quintessential British "pocket cruiser" of the mid-20th century. Designed by Ray Walsh and launched in 1962, it was the vessel that transitioned Thames Structural Plastics from a manufacturer of fiberglass industrial components into a cornerstone of the UK’s recreational marine industry. Built with heavy, hand-laid GRP, the 23-footer was engineered specifically for the challenging, tidal, and often shallow waters of the Thames Estuary and the English East Coast. Its primary appeal was its accessibility; it offered a robust, seaworthy platform that families could afford, often serving as the first "real" yacht for a generation of sailors moving up from dinghies.
Snapdragon 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Snapdragon
- Model
- 23
- Builder
- Thames Marine
- Designer
- Thames Structural Plastics/Thames Marine
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1962 - ??
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