Hi, this Old Town has been at our family camp in Vermont and I am looking for information about it! I know it was sold from Edgar Chiott and there are pictures of my grandmother in it when she was young- so we are thinking 1930s? Anyone know the model?
It will take a serial number, dimensions, or other details to determine the exact model as Todd suggested. It might be a Sea Model which was first listed in the 1928 catalog. The information in the first link below may help you find the serial numbers and the second link has more information about a similar boat from 1939.
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How do I find a serial number on an old wooden canoe or boat?
Many old wooden canoes and boats have a serial number on both inside stems and a decal or tag with the manufacturer's logo on the bow deck. The number is usually stamped on the top of the lower part of the stems. The inside stems are the long curved pieces of wood that form the ends of the...
1939 OT Sea Model Seat Backs?
I have a 1939 Old Town Sea Model. I want to install steering and run a period correct outboard. The catalog offers optional seat backs. I'd want them to fold down so I can start the motor and get forward. The seat support knees would be in the way of that happening gracefully. I wonder how...
