[6] The boat was built by Paceship Yachts in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada.

It was first offered in 1967 in the Daysailer version, with a roomy cockpit and an open cuddy (cabin).

By 1970 it was also offered in the MORCEE version, a modification of the original design, which was adapted to comply with the Midget Ocean Racing Club Rule (MORC) by fitting a self-bailing cockpit and enclosing the cabin.

[8] The design of the Bluejacket 23 is very similar to several other Cuthbertson & Cassian designs built in Ontario around the same time, including the Classic 22 by Grampian Marine (which predated the Bluejacket), and the Viking 22 and later Gazelle 22 from Ontario Yachts.

Positive flotation is provided by large blocks of foam contained inside the cockpit seats and in the bow.

[3][10][11] The design has a PHRF racing average handicap of 240 and a hull speed of 5.6 kn (10.4 km/h).

The liner in the cabin is a separate moulding and contains two berth cushions and a sink.

[11] The fin keel is of cast iron with a double resin coating to prevent corrosion and is of a hydrodynamic design supplying maximum lift with good stability.

[3][11] Fully equipped for sailing, the Bluejacket 23 has deck hardware of stainless steel, Marinium and chromed brass.

Forward a double V berth is raised a few inches above the cabin sole and is fitted with two 3" foam cushions in a choice of colours.

To port, supplied as standard, is a galley unit with sink and integral water tank filled through a plug located in one corner.

Worst features: While all the comp[etitor]s ... offer weekending accommodations, the Paceship's are most spartan.

The cockpit is not self-bailing, requiring the use of canvas covers to keep rain from swamping the boat when left at a mooring or slip for any length of time.

Sitting headroom, at a bare 3' 1" is lowest of all her comp[etetor]s."[6] Similar sailboats