Designed by renowned naval architect William Crealock and built by Sailcrafter Yachts beginning in 1972, this 28-footer represents classic American cruising boat design from the early 1970s. Crealock's reputation for creating seaworthy, well-balanced sailboats is evident in this design, which features thoughtful proportions and a sturdy fiberglass construction that has proven its durability over five decades. The boat's fin keel and spade rudder configuration, combined with a masthead sloop rig carrying 359 square feet of sail area, provides responsive handling and good upwind performance. With a displacement of 7,000 pounds and 3,000 pounds of ballast, the design offers excellent stability for coastal cruising and short offshore passages. The generous beam of 8.67 feet creates comfortable interior space while maintaining seaworthiness. The comfort ratio of 25.6 indicates this is a motion-comfortable cruiser rather than a racing-oriented design, making it well-suited for extended coastal cruising and weekend sailing. The capsize screening formula of 1.82 demonstrates good stability characteristics for offshore work. With its proven Crealock pedigree and solid construction, the Sailcrafter 28 appeals to sailors seeking a reliable, traditionally-styled cruiser capable of handling varied sailing conditions with confidence.

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