Gk 34 Westerly

Designed by renowned naval architect Ed Dubois during his early career, this distinctive 34-footer represents a brief but notable chapter in Westerly Marine's history. With only 17 hulls produced between 1980 and 1981, the GK 34 has become something of a rare find among British sailing yachts of the era. The design showcases Dubois' emerging talent for creating performance-oriented cruising boats. Her fin keel and spade rudder configuration, combined with a fractional sloop rig, delivers responsive handling that appeals to sailors who appreciate a spirited sail. The substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio of nearly 55% provides reassuring stability, while the moderate comfort ratio of 17.48 suggests she's built more for sailing performance than purely luxurious accommodation. With a sail area to displacement ratio approaching 20, the GK 34 offers lively performance in light to moderate conditions, making her well-suited for coastal cruising and club racing. Her hull speed of just over 7 knots and seaworthy construction make longer passages feasible, though her relatively small production run means finding parts or experienced mechanics familiar with her systems may require extra effort. For sailors seeking a distinctive British yacht with proven pedigree, the GK 34 offers both performance and exclusivity.

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