Masthead Sloop
• Modified Full Keel
• Built 1961–1967
Dimensions
LOA
24 ft
LWL
20 ft
Beam
7.83 ft
Max Draft
3.42 ft
Displacement
3,300 lbs
Ballast
1,700 lbs
Performance Ratios
Capsize Ratio ⓘ
2.10
(use caution offshore)
SA/D Ratio ⓘ
21.2
D/L Ratio ⓘ
184
Ballast Ratio ⓘ
51.5%
Sail Plan
Sail Area
294 sq ft
I
28.8 ft
J
8.4 ft
P
25.8 ft
E
11.5 ft
Construction
Hull Type
Modified Full Keel
Rig Type
Masthead Sloop
Hull Material
FG
Ballast Type
Lead
Production
First Built
1961
Last Built
1967
Number Built
—
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Type
Outboard well
Water
25 gal
Notes: It seems to have been a collaboration between Glas Laminates (a producer of spa's, outhouses, etc.) and Joseph H. McGlasson. McGlasson, designer and builder of a 24' wood sloop called the Catalina Islander approached Glas Laminates about producing a fiberglass version. Using one of these boats as a plug, Glas Laminates pulled a mold and the Islander 24 was born.\nThe raised deck Bahama version proved to be far more popular and this trunk cabin model was discontinued after a comparatively short run.\nThanks to former Islander 24 owner Randolph Van Esselstyn for providing photos and an original brochure.