Chris Craft 1930 Scale Model Ship

Chris Craft 1930 Scale Model Ship - In January of 1930 the Smiths introduced their most ambitious offerings to date, twenty-four models of boats ranging, their largest production craft yet. It was a clear signal to both consumers and the marine industry that Chris-Craft was not affected by widespreadrumors of impending disaster as a result of the crumbling American economy. "here they come",an article begins, "a long line of 24 new Chris-Craft - the largest and most complete motor boat spectacle ever presented.

Indeed, no other manufacturer in the world could offer such diversity and value. The review of the 1930 Chris-Craft fleet in Motor Boating reveals the increased emphasis on the higher end of their fleet market.

This beautiful 1930- 28' Runabout was one of first quality pleasure power boats that was affordable. But the truth be known...these boats flourished during Prohibition with the demand for speed in water transportation . The remote areas along waterways on the Great lakes, upstate New-York and the Eastern shore were havens for gin mills. Both bootleggers and the Law required fast efficient transportation to travel to out-of-the way areas. Intricately detailed.

Size: 66 cm L x 20 cm Hgh. Packaging is extemely secure to allow for a safe passage. Unique nautical gift idea. Perfect for the model ship collector.