Question 1

What are the specs of the TOM THUMB 24?

Accepted Answer

The TOM THUMB 24 has the following specifications: 23.83ft LOA, 9.5ft beam, 4ft draft, 7,900lb displacement, 2,999.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Gaffhead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the TOM THUMB 24 and when was it made?

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Built by Various. Plans available. See links below., designed by Grahame Shannon, first built in 1983.

Question 3

Is the TOM THUMB 24 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TOM THUMB 24 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.99, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.91, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TOM THUMB 24?

Accepted Answer

The TOM THUMB 24 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.16, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 331.22, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TOM THUMB 24?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TOM THUMB 24 is estimated at $900 – $2.3K. 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 TOM THUMB 24 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TOM THUMB 24 (23.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 23.83ft boat: Florida: $4,300-$11,400/year. California: $4,000-$10,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,100/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,100/year. Washington: $3,400-$7,400/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,100/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 TOM THUMB 24?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TOM THUMB 24 (23.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,300-$11,400/year. California: $4,000-$10,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,100/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,100/year. Washington: $3,400-$7,400/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,100/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,100/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 TOM THUMB 24?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TOM THUMB 24 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in interior, 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 TOM THUMB 24.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TOM THUMB 24?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TOM THUMB 24, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across interior. 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 TOM THUMB 24 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 TOM THUMB 24 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TOM THUMB 24 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.99, capsize ratio 1.91, SA/disp 14.16. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	23.83 ft
LWL	22 ft
Beam	9.5 ft
Draft	4 ft
Displacement	7,900 lb
Ballast	2,999.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

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