Hello all, I'm new to the forum and am seeking help identifying the age and rough value of a canoe I picked up off Craigslist a few months ago. I'm guessing I'm about the 5th owner, I'll give you any information I have. Sorry, no pictures yet...
-serial number is 125324M87
-The brass plate on the bow says:
Est. 1842
Made for you
Leslie H. Clow
by Maurice Picard Jr.
Huron Indian
-It is now covered in fiberglass but may have been canvas covered at one point. (assuming that takes the value down quite drastically...)
-It is in decent condition, one small leak on the bottom from a rock I imagine, but still works great.
-13 feet in length
-previous owners have painted their names and a picture of a beaver on the sides but is only under a couple layers of varnish and probably not difficult to remove.
Any help would be greatly appreciated! I'm trying to decide whether to restore it, sell it, or use it until it no longer floats. Thanks!
-serial number is 125324M87
-The brass plate on the bow says:
Est. 1842
Made for you
Leslie H. Clow
by Maurice Picard Jr.
Huron Indian
-It is now covered in fiberglass but may have been canvas covered at one point. (assuming that takes the value down quite drastically...)
-It is in decent condition, one small leak on the bottom from a rock I imagine, but still works great.
-13 feet in length
-previous owners have painted their names and a picture of a beaver on the sides but is only under a couple layers of varnish and probably not difficult to remove.
Any help would be greatly appreciated! I'm trying to decide whether to restore it, sell it, or use it until it no longer floats. Thanks!