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Seaward 23
Designer: Nick Hake  ·  Builder: Hake Yachts, Inc. (Usa)  ·  First built: 1984
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About the Seaward 23

Compact, practical, and thoughtfully designed, the Seaward 23 is a trailerable sailboat built by Seaward Boats, a British manufacturer with a reputation for producing capable small cruisers. Designed with versatility in mind, this boat appeals to sailors looking for an accessible entry point into coastal cruising without sacrificing seaworthiness or comfort. Seaward's design philosophy tends to favor shallow-draft hulls suited to exploring sheltered coastal waters, estuaries, and tidal creeks that deeper-keeled boats simply cannot reach. This makes the Seaward 23 an attractive option for sailors who enjoy gunkholing or cruising areas with variable tidal depths. The trailerability factor also adds significant appeal, giving owners the freedom to explore different sailing grounds without committing to a permanent berth. While detailed specifications are limited, the Seaward 23 carries the brand's hallmark focus on practical cruising rather than racing performance. Buyers drawn to this boat are typically weekenders or coastal adventurers who prioritize ease of handling and manageable maintenance. For those researching an approachable, trailerable cruiser with British pedigree, the Seaward 23 is a worthy candidate to explore further.

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$9,600 – $9,600
typical asking price
Median $9,600  ·  1 listing used
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$9,600 – $9,600 1
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  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
  • Condition is not factored in. A well-maintained boat with new sails and engine can be worth significantly more than a project boat of the same model.
  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
  • Outliers are automatically excluded using statistical filtering to improve accuracy, but some bad data may remain.
Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.50 ft / 7.47 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.00 ft / 6.40 m
Beam 8.33 ft / 2.54 m
Max Draft 2.08 ft / 0.63 m
Displacement 2,700.00 lb / 1,225 kg
Ballast 900.00 lb / 408 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG solid hull&deck
Designer Nick Hake
Builder Hake Yachts, Inc. (USA)
First Built 1984
Last Built 2002
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
273
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
33.33
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
130.15
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 3.75 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 21.92
P (Mainsail Luff) 265.00 ft² / 24.62 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 130.15
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