Measuring 38 feet in length with a 9'9" beam, the 1929 COMMUTER boasts a solid mahogany hull, and had brass hardware. A modern MerCruiser 8.1L V8 engine and her semi-displacement V-hull offers a smooth cruising experience. Originally built to carry up to 26 passengers, her enclosed salon and forward cuddy cabin provided well-appointed “loafing” spaces throughout. With four berths, a head, and a galley, she blends vintage elegance and classic comfort with live-aboard capability. These commuting cruisers were designed top speed of 30 mph, reflecting Chris-Craft’s legacy of speed, performance and luxury. A rare embodiment of early American craftsmanship and design innovation, the 1929 COMMUTER remains a standout in the world of antique wooden boats.
Our 1929 Chris Craft COMMUTER model is handcrafted at the highest quality from high-grade woods such as mahogany, teak, and other exotic woods. The hull is constructed using a plank on frame method, each strip of exotic wood are carefully joined together to form a smooth hull. This model is completely hand-built by skillful and creative master craftsmen. The boat has a gleaming color of red, white, and a clear varnished coating follows with amazing details. You will find a variety of beautifully chromed metal fittings such as: metal front windshield frame, metal ring gauges, metal steering wheel, metal horns, metal lights, metal propeller and much more. This model's seating areas are both detailed with hand-stitched leather. A detachable wooden stand comes standard with this Chris Craft model.
We built our models according to scale through original plans, pictures, and drawings. Only the highest quality wood, and metal parts are used. Our 1929 Chris Craft Runabout model comes ready to display and includes many features:
- 100% hand built by artisans from scratch using “plank on frame” construction method
- Hull handmade from Mahogany wood
- Highly polished finish with multi-layered micro-sanded varnish to match the real boat
- Flags and solid wood base included
- Cast metal Chris Craft emblems and more
NOW IS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN A PIECE OF MARITIME HISTORY AT GREAT SAVINGS!!!
