Wooden Disappearing Propeller Boat, ""Uncle Sam"
model, 18.5 ft., 1924
This "Uncle Sam" Dippie, built in 1924, is powered by a
one cylinder engine. Constructed of cypress and white oak, it includes all
original controls, bow and stern lights, as well as the original oars.
(Serial number 3362)
Comments from the owner:
"The engine has not
been rebuilt and has the original stamp on the engine
copper jacket. The
Silent Dis-Pro Marine Motor company made the engine.
The device was removed,
the middle of the boat received all new planking
done by the esteemed Paul
Gockel. It received a new gasket and the device
was then reinstalled. And
eight new ribs were put in at the same time. New
electrical lines have been
put in and new gas lines as well.
4. A custom made trailer is also
included and custom boat cover is included
as well."
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PRICE: $17,500. Reduced to $11,000 September 2011
SOLD, Sept, 2011 pb397