prospector

I have an 18 foot Chestnut canoe that I acquired in the early 1990's and restored it shortly afterwards. I believe it is a Voyageur from the Prospector series but I am no authority. Out of interest, I would like a more definitive identification and have posted to this forum for some help. The...

Hey all, I picked up this canoe earlier this week from a really awesome 84 yr old avid canoeist. From his story it's a 1970s era Chestnut Prospector, he mentioned it was purchased before the factory closing down so late 70s? I'm at least the 3rd owner so I'm not sure how reliable that...

I recently purchased a wood canvas canoe that I want to refinish. I have been a lifelong paddler, but this will be the first boat I will refinish. I am starting to do the research on the boat so that I can try to ensure it is finished as close to the original build as possible and need some...

Serial Number: 15 80599 15 Ft 7.5 Ft from bow to Mid - thwart 12 1/2 inches deep