The West Wight Potter 19 is a beloved pocket cruiser designed by Herb Stewart and built by International Marine. In production since 1979, the Potter 19 is one of the most popular trailerable sailboats ever made. At just under 19 feet with a lifting keel that reduces draft to 6 inches, the Potter is the ultimate gunkholer — capable of beaching, launching from any ramp, and exploring waters inaccessible to larger boats. Despite its diminutive size, Potter owners have completed remarkable voyages including crossings of the Gulf of Mexico and passages to Catalina Island. An extraordinarily active owners' community and annual rendezvous make the Potter as much a social club as a sailboat.
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What is the West Wight Potter 19's sail area to displacement ratio?
The West Wight Potter 19 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.31. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the West Wight Potter 19's comfort ratio?
The West Wight Potter 19 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 7.4. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the West Wight Potter 19 safe for offshore sailing?
The West Wight Potter 19 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.8. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the West Wight Potter 19?
The theoretical hull speed of the West Wight Potter 19 is 5.48 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a West Wight Potter 19 weigh?
The West Wight Potter 19 has a displacement of 1225 and a length overall (LOA) of 18.75.
How much does a used West Wight Potter 19 cost?
Based on 1 recent market listings, used West Wight Potter 19 sailboats typically sell for between $4,200 and $4,200, with a median asking price of $4,200. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the West Wight Potter 19?
The West Wight Potter 19 was designed by Herb Stewart, first built in 1979.