Designed by the renowned French firm Groupe Finot and built by Italy's Comar from 1980 to 1988, this 23-foot sailboat represents European design sensibilities of the early 1980s racing scene. With only 217 hulls produced during its eight-year production run, the Comet 700 remains a relatively uncommon sight on today's waters. The boat's fin keel configuration with transom-hung rudder delivers responsive handling characteristics that made it appealing to both club racers and weekend sailors. Its masthead sloop rig provides a generous sail area of 290 square feet, offering spirited performance in light to moderate conditions. The relatively low comfort ratio of 13.29 reflects the boat's sport-oriented design priorities, emphasizing speed over long-distance cruising amenities. Built with fiberglass construction typical of its era, the Comet 700 suits coastal sailing and day racing particularly well. The moderate displacement of 2,866 pounds with 811 pounds of ballast creates a boat that's both manageable for smaller crews and stable enough for spirited sailing. While not designed for extended offshore passages, this Italian-built design offers an engaging sailing experience for those seeking performance-oriented coastal adventures with classic 1980s racing yacht characteristics.

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