Sabre 28 Series 1 (Hull nos. 001-199)
Description
The Sabre 28 Series I, also known as the Mark I or Mk I, is the pioneering production run of the legendary Sabre 28, a compact coastal cruiser designed and built by Sabre Yachts in Wiscasset, Maine, USA. Launched in 1970, it established Sabre's reputation for robust, no-nonsense sailboats that blend performance with family-friendly comfort. This fractional-rigged sloop features a moderate-displacement fiberglass hull with a fin keel and skeg-hung rudder for protected steering, offering stable handling (ballast/displacement ~38%) and lively upwind performance (PHRF ~204–216) ideal for day sailing, club racing, or short overnights on protected waters. Hand-laid construction (solid below waterline) and warm teak interiors make it forgiving for beginners while capable in 15–25 knot winds, with a dry cockpit and balanced helm. Hulls #001–199 represent the bulk of the early Series I production (total Mk I: ~211 hulls, 1970–1975), with these units often featuring the original Atomic 4 gasoline auxiliary (later phased out for diesels). As of January 2026, these vintage gems are affordable classics, prized for their overbuilt quality and ease of restoration.
Construction Details
| Designer | Ted Hood |
|---|---|
| Builder | Sabre Yachts (USA) |
| Length | 28.420 ft |
| LOA | 28.420 ft |
| LWL | 22.830 ft |
| Beam | 9.170 ft |
| Displacement | 7900 lb |
| Ballast | 3000 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.330 ft |
| Year Built | 1970 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 36.17 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 11.75 ft |
| p | 30.92 ft |
| e | 11.58 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.17 ft | 11.75 ft | 30.92 ft | 11.58 ft | - | - | - | - |
Documents
Sails
Sabre 28 Series 1 (Hull nos. 001-199) - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 30.92 ft - (9424 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 11.58 ft - (3530 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.4 ft - (9876 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 32.64 ft - (9949 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 5.25 in - (133 mm) |
| Area | * 184.87 ft² |
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Sabre 28 Series 1 (Hull nos. 001-199) - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 30.42 ft - (9272 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 15.6 ft - (4755 mm) |
| Leech | * 26.35 ft - (8031 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.98 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 13.51 ft - (4118 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.99 ° |
| Area | * 205.51 ft² |
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Sabre 28 Series 1 (Hull nos. 001-199) - GENOA
| Luff | * 36.13 ft - (11012 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19 ft - (5791 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.95 ft - (10348 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 149.96 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 17.62 ft - (5371 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.98 ° |
| Area | * 318.3 ft² |
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Sabre 28 Series 1 (Hull nos. 001-199) - DRIFTER
| Luff | * 36.13 ft - (11012 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.78 ft - (6029 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.36 ft - (9863 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 149.96 % |
| Length Perp | * 17.62 ft - (5371 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 9.03 ° |
| Area | * 318.31 ft² |
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Sabre 28 Series 1 (Hull nos. 001-199) - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 37 ft - (11278 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 20 ft - (6096 mm) |
| Leech | 34.75 ft - (10592 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 555 ft² |
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Sabre 28 Series 1 (Hull nos. 001-199) - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 36.13 ft - (11012 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 21.15 ft - (6447 mm) |
| Foot | * 21.15 ft - (6447 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 650 ft² |
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Sabre 28 Series 1 (Hull nos. 001-199) - STORMJIB
| Luff | * 20.92 ft - (6376 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 8.83 ft - (2691 mm) |
| Leech | * 17.12 ft - (5218 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 60 % |
| Length Perp | * 7.05 ft - (2149 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 19.04 ° |
| Area | * 73.73 ft² |
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