16' kennebec camp chief

[n1ujx]

I purchased one of these yesterday apparently built in 1937. Can anyone fill me in on the end use this boat was designed for? It does have a keel. Any replies appreciated.

 

[Dan Miller]

According to Kennebec's sales literature (see attached from 1932 catalog), the Camp Chief was designed to meet the demand for a low-cost canoe...

 

[Andre Cloutier]

yeah but it was the canoe of the year!

 

[n1ujx]

yeah but it was the canoe of the year!

Many thanks for the info.