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The Real Runabouts by Bob SpeltzPrice
Real Runabouts Vol.1
Those early years; Some major speedboat builders; some regional builders; some custom builders; speedboat builders in Canada; European built runabouts; Current activity in antique and classic boats.		 $32.95
Real Runabouts Vol.2
More major speedboat builders; more regional builders; more custom builders; more European & Canadian builders.		 $37.95
Real Runabouts Vol.3
More American builders; more European & Canadian builders; non-wood "real runabouts".		 $43.95
Real Runabouts Vol.4
Cedar strip rowboats, utilities and runabouts; molded plywood runabouts; mahogany planked boats; lapstrake outboard rowboats and motor boats.		 $49.95
Real Runabouts Vol.5
More American speedboat builders from the past; more Canadian speedboat builders of the past; a collectors guide to classic Chris-Craft speedboats 1961-1968; one-of-a-kind real runabouts; little things you may not know about concerning your "real runabout"; speedboat ride operations and old-time wooden boat dealer showroom photos; new listings for parts, dealers and restoration shops, etc; current builders of mahogany inboard runabouts.		 $47.95
Real Runabouts Vol.6
More American speedboat builders from the past; more Canadian speedboat builders; more European builders; more one-of-a-kind runabouts; technical articles of interest; new listings for parts, shops and clubs; current builders of wooden inboard speedboats		 $67.95
Real Runabouts Vol.7
More new and yet unreported on American, Canadian and European runabout builders. Adding a twist to this volumn, Speltz created a new section: a selection of short stories about speedbaot rides experienced by a variety of people in some exciting places. Also includes thumbnails of current runabout builders, old photos, and information on pleasure and excursion boats.		 $34.95
Real Runabouts Series
The entire set of 7 volumes above.		 $315.65
Other Titles AvailablePrice
Carlo the Legend, Riva the Myth
by Piero Gibellini This three (3) volume set covers every detail about Riva boats and as the title suggests, gives insight into the vision Carlo Riva had to produce the finest boats in the world. In addition to many photographs, it contains hull number information for all the wooden boats plus detailed blueprints for all the models.		 $375.00 set
Classic American Runabouts
Written by Philip Ballantyne and lavishly photographed by Bruce Duncan. Ballantyne gives a comrehensive history lesson on the origins of the wooden runabout in 1915, up the last of the line in the 60's. He includes great information on the pioneers of the industry and Duncan has provided a great visual catalog of some of the finest surviving examples.		 T.N.A.
Classic Speed Boats 1945-1962 by Gerald Guetat
Guetat tells the story of speed boats and powerboats up to World War II with an overall emphasis on racing boats. Coverage includes the legendary gold cup era of the 20's and the revolutionary hydroplanes of the late 30's. wonderful historical photos along with current pictures of some of some rare surviving race boats and replicas.		 T.N.A.
Gar Wood Boats
Gar Wood expert, Tony Mollica, writes the definitive chronicle of the finest line of classic boats. 120 pages of rare and beautiful photos and illustrations.		 $39.95
Wood and Glory
Beautifully photographed, Authors Gray and Du Vernet celebrate the fine vintage boats from Canada's Muskoka Lakes region. Makes covered include Minette, Dutchburn, and Grevette.		 T.N.A.
Cutwater - Speedboats and Launches from the Golden Age of Boating
Robert Bruce Duncan's stunning work features over 35 classic speedboats and motor launches, built between the turn of the century and World War II, and still enjoyed by loving owners across Canada and the United States. Over 150 color photographs.		 $36.95
Brightwork - the Art of Refinishing Wood
Brightwork provides all the information you need to avoid frustrations and costly mistakes and derive the greatest satisfaction from a process that can be its own reward.		 T.N.A.
Classic Powercraft Vol.1
A classic boat collection with photography and text by Norm and Jim Wangard. 128 pages, 11" X 8 1/2" limited edition hardcover book luxuriously bound with a padded leatherette cover, signed by the authors and consecutively numbered. Illustrated with 166 photos and factory literature. Printing limited to 6,000 copies. Features a variety of beautiful classic wood power boats pictured in color and black and white photos. Text material covers the history of the boats, particulars and some of the owners experiences. Some of the boats featured are: 1959 Besotes 18 1/2' Eldorado, 1942 Century 17' Sea Maid, and 1928 Chris-Craft 26' Triple.		 $33.95
Classic Powercraft Vol.2
Similar to volume 1. Some of the boats featured here are:1928 Belle Isle 26' Bear Cat, 1959 Century 16' Resorter, 1939 Chris-Craft 19' Custom Runabout.		 $33.95
Legend of Chris-Craft (2nd Edition)
The surprising history and legacy of America's dean of boat-building. The family and company that made runabout and family cruiser household words - and possessions - has a colorful heritage which will intrigue and delight even the most ardent landlubbers. By Jeff Rodengen.		 $49.95
Mahogany Boats
Eighty color pages capturing runabouts, a few cruisers, "mood shots" and "people shots" - some of Norm Wangard's favorite shots. Some of the boats featured have been restored at Sierra Boat Company.		 $19.95
Saga of Lake Tahoe Vol.1 (revised)
A complete documentation of Tahoe's development over the past one hundred and fifty years including inspiring early-day panaramas of its natural wonders, authentic evidence of the sailing vessels and steamers that plied Tahoe's snow waters; its pioneers, railraods, first settlements, resorts, emigrant and bonanza roads, lumbering, facts and fancies. By E. B. Scott, known as "Tahoe's Ambassador at Large" during the 50's and 60's.		 $64.95
Saga of Lake Tahoe Vol.2 (revised)
Second volume to the series above.		 $64.95
1922-42 Chris Craft History
The prewar story of America's most famous production boat builder. Takes a look into the business sense and strategy of Chris Smith and his company. This books also covers Chris Craft cruisers and design evolution.		 T.N.A.

Drag Boats of the 1960s                                                                         This is a photo archive of all types of drag boats from jet to v-drive, hydroplanes and flat bottoms.  Pictures in black and white and color. If you are familure with these boats from this era you will recognize many names.

$30.00

Grand and Glorious                                                                                Classic Boats of Lake Geneva.  Larry Larkin has put together a wonderful collection of many types of boats from classic mahogany runabouts to newer ones from America, Canada and Europe. Launches, cruisers, ice boats and sail boats are included.                                  

 

$40.00

 
Dodge Book
A look into the life of Horace Dodge Jr., his excesses, pursuit of racing fame, and his dream to mass produce pleasure boats for the common man.		 $34.95

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