Feather Craft History

[Aidan Smith]

Hello all,

Something a bit different this time. I am currently working on an independent research project on a specific vessel for my college. It has to be a vessel one would have prior experience with.

I’m in the restoring process of my 1955 Vagabond, and was wondering if there was anyone who might know a fair share about the history and design behind Feather Craft.

If anyone has a good contact, any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

Thank you,

Aidan

1952 Blue Streak "B-Stock Runabout" - 1952 Mercury KG7Q
1955 Feather Craft Vagabond - 1956 Mercury Mark 55E

[JOSEPH BRINCAT]

Aidan,  check out the “fiberglassic” web site, they have a section on aluminum boats. Also Peter Hunn’s book “tail fins and two-tones ” has info. And of course the Web

Joe B

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Aidan Smith

[Aidan Smith]

I will have to order a copy of the book. I went onto the Fiberglassics website, and there was feathercraft, but none earlier than 1958 from what I could see.

1952 Blue Streak "B-Stock Runabout" - 1952 Mercury KG7Q
1955 Feather Craft Vagabond - 1956 Mercury Mark 55E

[Tubs]

You might try doing an internet search.

A "Boathouse Repair" is one thats done without having tools or the skills to do it properly.

[bkrsdoz]

Aiden,

I had a ’54 Feathercraft Vagabond that I had purchased from Rick Matson in the Pine Tree Club.

He may have some insight for you.

There is also a Feathercraft FB groupe and website with all kinds of information on them.

They are great boats, but not as well built as the vintage Alumacraft models.

JMHO

Bob

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Aidan Smith

[Aidan Smith]

I am good friends with Rick. I understand there are other boats that may be stronger, I just have a knack for Feather Crafts, as my great-grandfather owned a Vagabond many moons ago.

1952 Blue Streak "B-Stock Runabout" - 1952 Mercury KG7Q
1955 Feather Craft Vagabond - 1956 Mercury Mark 55E

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