1920'S CHRIS CRAFT RUNABOUT POWER BOAT SHIP MODEL NEW

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1920'S CHRIS CRAFT RUNABOUT POWER BOAT SHIP MODEL A runabout is any small motorboat holding between four and eight people, well suited to moving about on the water. Runabouts can be used for racing, for pleasure activities like fishing and water skiing, or as a ship's tender for larger vessels. The first runabouts date back to the 1920s and were originally small, fast, powerful varnished wooden boats created to take advantage of the power of outboard motors such as the first Evinrude, introduced in 1909. Chris-Craft runabouts were built by Christopher Smith, a former Gar Wood employee. By 1930, the runabouts were available with windshields to protect the cockpits and 125 horsepower engines built for speed. The beautiful Chris Craft Runabout was one of first quality pleasure power boats that were affordable. But the truth be known, these boats flourished during Prohibition with the demand for speed in water transportation. During the era of prohibition, speedboat racing was embraced by gamblers, industrialists, and mobsters who financed the high-powered designs of craftsman such as Christopher Columbus Smith, John L. Hacker, and George Crouch. The remote areas along waterways on the Great lakes, upstate New-York and the Eastern shore were havens for gin mills. Both bootleggers and the Law required fast efficient transportation to travel to out-of-the way areas. Smith’s boats received awards like the Gold Cup of the American Power Boat Association that propelled the Chris Craft name to become a star among nautical enthusiasts. The boat continued to thrive in speedboat competitions and victories further accelerated the explosion of The Chris Craft’s success. In 1926 the Chris Craft Runabout was displayed for the first time at the 1926 National Motor Boat Show in New York , New York . Their publicity fostered great appeal as they were considered as the world’s fastest boats. 1926 models featured easy to operate controls, unparalleled safety, and comfort with the most luxurious ride. These new models featured a large horsepower engine and reinforced glass windshields, very new concepts for their time OUR MODEL: 14" length x 7 " Height Plank-on-frame construction Highly polished finish. Many layers of varnish applied. Each layer is left to dry and sanded. realistic seats Brass and steel fittings like propellers, etc. Dashboard has realistic gauges/switches, steering wheel High Quality like the actual Chris Craft Runabout was known for THIS IS NOT FROM A MODEL KIT! IT WILL NOT DISSAPOINT! 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE! This model is definitely a conversation piece that will be a hit with your family and friends. Approximate Specifications: Length: 14" Height: 7" HULL COLOR: High polish finish with traditional Blue below the water line and Wood color above. Check out my other items ! Be sure to add me to your favorites list ! 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED!!!! Summary of My Selling Policies Payment METHODS ACCEPTED: Visa/Master Card, Discover & Amex. Fees STATE TAXES: Yes HANDLING FEES: Included Shipping SHIPPING OPTIONS: USPS Ground, USPS, & FEDX - US/Int'l COST: Variable INSURANCE: Included & TRACKING: Included Delivery WHEN SHIPPED: Depends on location. SHIPPING FREQUENCY: Every Weekday LOCAL PICK UP WITH $10.00 CHARGE. NO EXCEPTIONS! Refunds & Returns Refunds are made if unsatisfied or damages during transit. We do not refund shipping charges. Refunds are only paid when contacted within 7 days of receipt of purchase. NO EXCEPTIONS! Contact Me Best method of contact is by telephone . BID WITH CONFIDENCE Read my policies on my SquareTrade Seal stwithpolicies read more

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