Hello everyone, this is my first post. Several years ago I inherited my father's Old Town 17' canoe and I'm trying to find some additional information about it. He was the original owner having purchased it brand new around 1938 in Janesville, Wisconsin. It is all original wood/canvas including paint (dark green), caned seats and still retains it's original Old Town decal in nice condition. It is in excellent, overall original condition and has always been well cared for, stored properly and always inside. It is equipped with a factory lake keel and I still have the original sitka spruce paddles. Serial number is 120782 17.
Something rather interesting about it is that he and Mom used it on their honeymoon in the boundary waters of Canada, summer of 1948. I am seeking any additional information anyone here might be able to provide about it. I have emailed Old Town Canoes with the serial number but have yet to hear back from them. I'm sure pictures would be helpful and I will post some when I am able. As I am retired now, one of these days my son will inherit it, keeping it in the family for a third generation.
Thank you in advance for any and all help in this matter.
Thomas
Something rather interesting about it is that he and Mom used it on their honeymoon in the boundary waters of Canada, summer of 1948. I am seeking any additional information anyone here might be able to provide about it. I have emailed Old Town Canoes with the serial number but have yet to hear back from them. I'm sure pictures would be helpful and I will post some when I am able. As I am retired now, one of these days my son will inherit it, keeping it in the family for a third generation.
Thank you in advance for any and all help in this matter.
Thomas
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