Description: Chris Craft limited edition hardcover book New in original shrink wrap 12”x 9”x 1/2” Hardcover bound in smooth bright white matte finish A CLASSIC AMERICAN STORY Starting with company’s founder, Christopher Columbus Smith, this book explores the storied legend and inspiration of Chris Craft boats. With little known facts - did you realize that during WWII, a Chris Craft LCPL (Landing Craft Personnel Light) was the first allied vessel to land on the beach in Normandy?- it also features photos of iconic celebrities from Thomas Edison to Bruce Willis boating in vintage Chris Craft vessels. Produced in hardcover for just one single year (Circa 2001), and distributed only to some select Chris Craft boat dealers. This magnificent book celebrates the history, celebrities and lifestyle of the most recognized boat brand ever manufactured in America. Presenting the 22’, 25,’ & 28’ Launch Series and introducing the magnificent 43 foot Roamer, featured Chris Craft boats include layout, engines, complete specifications, options, hull colors and features for each model. This rare hardcover book was not published for bookstores! It was printed for select Boat Dealers only. Front cover sports a gloss red and navy pinstripe border with a (4.25”) silver hot stamped Chris Craft logo in foil and the words “Established 1874” underneath in navy blue italic. Back cover features a smaller (2.25”) matching silver foil Chris Craft logo and the Chris Craft Manufacturer’s actual Florida address & contact information (for Dealers) printed in navy blue. Inside are forty pages (20 pgs double side print) on bright white heavyweight classic laid paper, printed in full color with vintage photos appropriately presented in sepia tones. Carefully over-packaged for safest delivery Returns must be in original pristine unopened condition
Price: 50 USD
Location: Clay, New York
End Time: 2024-08-26T17:28:43.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.38 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Features: Limited Edition
Format: Hardcover
Item Width: 0.5 in
Number of Pages: 40
Item Length: 12 in
Item Height: 9 in
Topic: Boating
Vintage: Yes
Era: 2000s
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Language: English
Publication Year: 2001
Book Title: A Classic American Story
Intended Audience: Adults
Author: Unknown
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Genre: Antiquarian & Collectible, Historical, Leisure, Hobbies & Lifestyle, Sports, Transportation