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ARGIE 15

from plans or kits· Design: Dudley Dix
from 1988
$300 – $800 est. annual maintenance
DinghymonoFractional SloopVariable

Specifications

Hull

LOA15.42 ft
Beam6 ft
Draft2.62 ft/ 0.43 ft min
Displacement132 lb

About the ARGIE 15

'Built-it-yourself', all purpose dinghy from South Africa.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Argie 15 is a compact fractional sloop designed by Dudley Dix, with production records indicating builds from 1988. As a small vessel often constructed from plans or kits, it represents a niche entry in the micro-cruiser market with a displacement of 132.0 lb.

Best for:
This boat suits single-handers or couples seeking a lightweight, trailerable day sailor for protected coastal waters rather than extended offshore passages.
Bluewater capability:
With a capsize ratio of 4.71 and a displacement of 132.0 lb, the Argie 15 is not suited for bluewater cruising due to its minimal mass and small size.
Comparables:
Comparable boats include other micro-cruisers like the O'Day 15 or small daysailers from the late 1980s, sharing similar fractional sloop rigs and trailerable dimensions.

Performance

Capsize4.71
SA/Disp64.8

Pricing

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Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 15.42ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$300 – $800
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

7 reported issues across 5 systems for the ARGIE 15, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

3 critical2 major2 minor
Hull2Rigging2Rudder1Structural1Keel1

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