The Windward Boatworks Butterfly is a quintessential American scow, a 12-foot racing dinghy that has maintained its relevance for over six decades. Originally designed in 1961 by John Barnett, the Butterfly was envisioned as a vessel that could transition seamlessly from a stable family daysailer to a high-performance racing machine. Since 2006, production has been spearheaded by Windward Boatworks, who have preserved the boat’s strictly enforced one-design standards while refining the build quality for modern sailors. With a hull weight of approximately 137 pounds and a simple lateen rig, the Butterfly remains one of the most accessible entry points into the world of scow racing, favored particularly in the Midwest and by inland lake sailing programs across North America.
Windward Boatworks Butterfly Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Windward
- Model
- Boatworks Butterfly
- Builder
- Barnett Boats
- Designer
- John Barnett
- Number Built
- 10750
- Production Year(s)
- 1961 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $3,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 22 | 23.83' | $6,475 | 68 | 11 |
| Hobie Cat 16 | 16.58' | $4,000 | 21 | 4 |
| Seascape 18 | 18.04' | $26,969 | 15 | 3 |
| Adams 10 | 33' | $12,176 | 12 | 2 |
| Catalina Capri 14.2 | 14.17' | $4,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Performance Laser | $6,375 | 4 | 0 | |
| Flying Scot | 19' | $17,850 | 4 | 0 |
| Abbott 33 | 33.29' | $18,450 | 4 | 3 |
| Vanguard 15 | 15.25' | $3,999 | 3 | 1 |
| Archambault Surprise 25 | 25.1' | $19,678 | 2 | 1 |
| Barnett Boatworks Butterfly | $3,500 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $3,500 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Windward Boatworks Butterfly cost?
- The median asking price for a used Windward Boatworks Butterfly over the past 12 months is $3,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Windward Boatworks Butterfly sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Windward Boatworks Butterfly listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Windward Boatworks Butterfly?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 22, Hobie Cat 16, Seascape 18. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.