Hi Folks,
I've been on the search for an original Chestnut Prospector or Cruiser to true up and take the lines off for building a new mold. I think I may have found a candidate, but could use a little help with ID. The current owner has no information as to the origins of the boat, but based on the information I have, it seems pretty likely that it's a Chestnut Fort (Prospector), for the reasons listed below.
No serial number present on stem
Depth midships greater than 12" (owner measured approx. 12" from sheer to turn of bilge)
Slat seats (Look to be original)
Post-fire Chestnut semi-circular decks
No keel or evidence of keel
I've done some research on other makes/models I could be misidentifying, but haven't come up with anything yet. She's obviously in pretty rough shape, and may not be the best candidate for getting of the lines, but the price is right, and I'm figuring the canoe will be valuable for taking dimensions of parts at the very least. Any input would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you,
Garrett
I've been on the search for an original Chestnut Prospector or Cruiser to true up and take the lines off for building a new mold. I think I may have found a candidate, but could use a little help with ID. The current owner has no information as to the origins of the boat, but based on the information I have, it seems pretty likely that it's a Chestnut Fort (Prospector), for the reasons listed below.
No serial number present on stem
Depth midships greater than 12" (owner measured approx. 12" from sheer to turn of bilge)
Slat seats (Look to be original)
Post-fire Chestnut semi-circular decks
No keel or evidence of keel
I've done some research on other makes/models I could be misidentifying, but haven't come up with anything yet. She's obviously in pretty rough shape, and may not be the best candidate for getting of the lines, but the price is right, and I'm figuring the canoe will be valuable for taking dimensions of parts at the very least. Any input would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you,
Garrett