The West Wight Scow is a quintessential British dinghy, deeply rooted in the maritime traditions of the Solent and the Isle of Wight. Measuring approximately 11 feet 3 inches (3.43 meters), this open-decked, clinker-style vessel—available in both traditional timber and modern glass-reinforced plastic (GRP)—represents a design philosophy where stability and simplicity take precedence over raw speed. Originally evolved from the early 20th-century "Scow" designs used for both work and leisure in the sheltered waters of the South Coast, the West Wight variant has become a staple for family day-sailing, youth training, and competitive class racing. Unlike the West Wight Potter, which is a micro-cruiser with a cabin, the West Wight Scow remains a dedicated open boat, often characterized by its distinctive balanced lug rig and flat-bottomed, blunt-bowed hull geometry.
West Wight Scow Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- West
- Model
- Wight Scow
- Builder
- —
- Designer
- West Wight Sailing Club (UK)
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1924 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $22,972 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herreshoff 12 1/2 | 15.83' | $23,500 | 15 | 6 |
| Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I | 29.25' | $43,214 | 12 | 5 |
| Norfolk Gypsy | 23.83' | $21,641 | 9 | 3 |
| Westwind Wind 35 | 35.07' | $35,342 | 9 | 4 |
| West Wight Wight Potter 19 | 18.75' | $7,948 | 8 | 3 |
| West Wight Wight Potter 15 | 15' | $4,000 | 7 | 3 |
| O'Day 25 | 24.83' | $7,950 | 5 | 2 |
| Flying Scot | 19' | $17,850 | 4 | 0 |
| Menger Cat 19 | 19' | $12,945 | 4 | 1 |
| Chantier Wight Scow | $22,972 | 1 | 0 | |
| Herreshoff America | 18.16' | $9,900 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | $22,972 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used West Wight Scow cost?
- The median asking price for a used West Wight Scow over the past 12 months is $22,972. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many West Wight Scow sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 West Wight Scow listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the West Wight Scow?
- Comparable models include the Herreshoff 12 1/2, Cornish Crabbers 24 Mk I, Norfolk Gypsy. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.