Queen Bee 28

Designed by A. K. Balfour and built by Dixon Kerly Ltd. in the UK starting in 1955, this traditional wooden sailboat represents classic British yacht design from the mid-20th century. The carvel-planked hull features a long keel with transom-hung rudder configuration, providing excellent directional stability and seakindly motion in challenging conditions. With her substantial 10,640-pound displacement and conservative sail area of 300 square feet, the Queen Bee 28 prioritizes comfort and seaworthiness over speed. The impressive comfort ratio of 41.55 indicates a boat well-suited for extended coastal cruising, while the capsize screening formula of 1.55 suggests good offshore capability for experienced sailors. Her masthead sloop rig provides straightforward sail handling, making her manageable for small crews. The 5-foot draft allows access to deeper anchorages while maintaining the tracking benefits of a full keel. At 27.25 feet overall with an 8.5-foot beam, she offers reasonable interior volume for weekend cruising or longer coastal passages. This design appeals to sailors who value traditional construction, predictable handling characteristics, and the satisfying experience of sailing a well-built wooden yacht from Britain's golden age of yacht design.

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