Question 1

What are the specs of the PEN DUICK 600?

Accepted Answer

The PEN DUICK 600 has the following specifications: 19.68ft LOA, 7.38ft beam, 2.95ft draft, 1,543lb displacement, 573.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the PEN DUICK 600 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Chantier Le Guen-Hémidy (FRA), designed by Dominique Presles, first built in 1976, with production ending in 1979, 350 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the PEN DUICK 600 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEN DUICK 600 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 9.57, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.56, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the PEN DUICK 600?

Accepted Answer

The PEN DUICK 600 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 23.18, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 156.17, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PEN DUICK 600?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEN DUICK 600 is estimated at $600 – $1.6K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a PEN DUICK 600 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEN DUICK 600 (19.68ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $600 – $1.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19.68ft boat: Florida: $3,500-$9,400/year. California: $3,300-$8,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,500/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$6,900/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,400-$4,300/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,300/year. Washington: $2,800-$6,100/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,000/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,300/year. South Carolina: $3,100-$5,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $15K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a PEN DUICK 600?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEN DUICK 600 (19.68ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,500-$9,400/year. California: $3,300-$8,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,500/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$6,900/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,400-$4,300/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,300/year. Washington: $2,800-$6,100/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,000/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,300/year. South Carolina: $3,100-$5,900/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the PEN DUICK 600?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the PEN DUICK 600 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, hull, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the PEN DUICK 600.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PEN DUICK 600?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEN DUICK 600, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, hull. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the PEN DUICK 600 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the PEN DUICK 600 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEN DUICK 600 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19.68ft LOA, comfort ratio 9.57, capsize ratio 2.56, SA/disp 23.18. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19.68 ft
LWL	16.4 ft
Beam	7.38 ft
Draft	2.95 ft
Displacement	1,543 lb
Ballast	573.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.4 kn

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