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Old 09-28-2009, 01:04 PM   #1
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Land Locked Chris Craft

While wondering through the Amador County wine country, and visit one of our favorite wineries, (a whole other story in and of itself) I came across an old Chris Craft, "tied up" in a pond on the property. I'm sure the Chris Craft folks know much more about this particular boat / model / etc. than I do. I found great humor in that it was 125 miles inland, on a small pond in a vineyard, which is used through the summer as a stage for live bands, lounging, etc. (their website shows add'l picks of it)

Named Sophie. Have no idea how she got there, or the history of her. I do know the old wooden Chris Craft boats are not too common anymore, so it's a treat to come across them. I have no idea on the specific model, details, etc. but snapped a few picks with a cell phone camera.

I had a glass of Zin. in one hand, a wonderful cigar in the other, and a sunny afternoon with a boat in a pond. Pretty good day, all things considered.

Please pardon the low quality images.
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Old 09-28-2009, 05:29 PM   #2
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"Sophie" looks to me like a 1960 36' Constellation. One of 202 hulls built in that length and model year. She probably doesn't need that radar anymore given her current cruising parameter.
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Old 09-28-2009, 05:52 PM   #3
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The radar is the first thing I noticed as well Beautiful boat though, and not bad images either especially for a phone. Thanks for sharing your unique find!

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