Designed during Pearson's renowned era of quality fiberglass construction, this cutter-rigged sailboat represents the builder's commitment to creating seaworthy vessels for serious sailors. The 424 emerged from Pearson's Rhode Island facility as part of their larger boat lineup, targeting sailors seeking substantial coastal and offshore cruising capability. The cutter rig configuration provides excellent sail handling flexibility and storm management options, making this design particularly appealing to couples or small crews planning extended passages. Pearson's reputation for solid hull construction and practical deck layouts carried forward into this model, creating a boat that balances comfort with seaworthiness. While detailed specifications remain limited in available records, the 424's size suggests ample interior volume for extended cruising, likely featuring Pearson's trademark attention to functional galley and navigation areas. The builder's focus on proper weight distribution and moderate displacement characteristics would have made this boat well-suited for both coastal exploration and blue-water passages. Pearson's legacy of building boats that age gracefully means examples of the 424 that have received proper maintenance continue to serve their owners well, offering reliable performance for serious cruising sailors who appreciate traditional design values.
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What is the Pearson 424 Cutter's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Pearson 424 Cutter has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 14.89. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Pearson 424 Cutter's comfort ratio?
The Pearson 424 Cutter has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 30.79. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Pearson 424 Cutter safe for offshore sailing?
The Pearson 424 Cutter has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.86. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Pearson 424 Cutter?
The theoretical hull speed of the Pearson 424 Cutter is 7.78 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Pearson 424 Cutter weigh?
The Pearson 424 Cutter has a displacement of 22,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 42.33 ft.
Who designed the Pearson 424 Cutter?
The Pearson 424 Cutter was designed by William Shaw, first built in 1978.