The Waarschip 725, affectionately known across Europe as the "Quarter Tonner," stands as the quintessential representative of the Dutch yard’s philosophy: combining high-performance racing lines with the accessibility of plywood construction. Launched in the late 1960s and designed by the duo of Willem Akkerman and Klaas Kremer, the 725 was engineered specifically to compete under the International Offshore Rule (IOR) Quarter Ton class. Its distinctive multi-chine hull, which mimics the appearance of traditional clinker (lapstrake) planking, was not merely an aesthetic choice but a structural strategy to provide rigidity and strength to a lightweight plywood skin. While many were delivered as factory-finished yachts, the 725's legacy is inextricably linked to the DIY movement, as hundreds were sold as precision-cut kits, allowing amateur builders to produce a competitive offshore racer in their own backyards.
Waarschip 725 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Waarschip
- Model
- 725
- Builder
- Waarschip
- Designer
- W. Akkerman/K. Kremer
- Number Built
- 1000
- Production Year(s)
- 1968 - 1976
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 4 | $6,774 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $23,267 |
| Mar 2026 | 3 | $10,367 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
25.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 4.6% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Dory 25 | 24.83' | $9,600 | 30 | 10 |
| Dehler 25 | 24.77' | $14,579 | 12 | 3 |
| Waarschip 725 | $8,836 | 9 | 5 | |
| Beneteau First 25 | 24.61' | $9,400 | 9 | 5 |
| Dehler Varianta | 21' | $2,809 | 8 | 1 |
| Pointer 25 | 25.26' | $104,849 | 7 | 4 |
| Hunter Delta 25 | 24.44' | $6,763 | 6 | 2 |
| Tomahawk 25 | 25.33' | $11,497 | 5 | 2 |
| Cobra Yachts 750 | 25' | $9,130 | 5 | 2 |
| Archambault Surprise 25 | 25.1' | $19,685 | 2 | 1 |
| Hunter 25 | 25' | $2,500 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $7,952 | 6 | 2 |
| Germany | $10,455 | 2 | 2 |
| Switzerland | $34,164 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Waarschip 725 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Waarschip 725 over the past 12 months is $8,836. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Waarschip 725 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 9 Waarschip 725 listings over the past 12 months, with 5 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Waarschip 725 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Waarschip 725 has increased by 19.33% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Waarschip 725?
- Netherlands currently has the lowest median asking price at $7,952, while Switzerland is the most expensive at $34,164 — a 330% difference.
- Do Waarschip 725 listings get price reductions?
- About 25% of Waarschip 725 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 4.6% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Waarschip 725?
- Comparable models include the Cape Dory 25, Dehler 25, Beneteau First 25. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.