The 5-Metre class was conceived in France 1929. Finnish designers brought Five to the Nordic market in mid-thirties and it is here it gained a tremendous success especially in Sweden and Finland. Five class was heralded an international status in 1935 and gained popularity even in Italy and Argentina. Between 1929 and 1950 some 300 Fives were designed and built.

 

The Five is lively and sporty three persons racing yacht growing in popularity again thanks to its moderate running costs, small crew, trailer mobility and active, friendly racing community.