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        The Sharp bow and the stern of the log canoe allowed it to push the chop away when running the boat and maintain a stable platform which watermen needed while achored stern to sea.
        The advent of marine engines and a scarcity of large logs eventually led to development of boats which incorporated the design, shallow draft and length of the canoe, but which were lighter and more suited to engine power.  Some of these designs were Hoopers Islands Drake Tail and the Pot Pie or Schooner stern.  In Virginia numerous round stern work boats were built and until approximately thirty years ago, the round stern was very popular.  However, in recent years, the box stern became the standard.
        The classic Chesapeake Bay Deadrise has evolved from the sea conditions and the advent of technology in building maintenance free boats from long lasting material.
        The Chesapeake Classic 24, 26 and 28, available with a modern cabin is a fine example of this evolution......they have a wide beam, shallow draft, good stability and follow the V bow of their predecessors.

        Watermen know what they want.  We ask them.  The Chesapeake Classic 24, 26 and 28 meet those needs.  She's fast and stable, and possess remarkable stability and holding way in heavy winds.  The shallow draft enable her to navigate waters inaccessible to many other boats her size.

Custom Outfitting

        We will custom outfit your boat to your specifications, including color, custom consoles, steering, storage compartments, seats and other modifications as required.
Available as and outboard, inboard/outboard, with fiberglass cabins, T-tops, fuel tanks, etc.

        Hull and washboards are solid hand laid fiberglass.  Standard features include:
                                        + Non-skid washboards and working deck
                                        + Self-bailing
                                        +  Heavy duty rub rail
                                        +  SS bow and stern eyes
                                        +  Large storage locker forward

        The traditional lines are especially attractive to those who want a rugged boat they can depend upon.  We put strength and durability into every boat, and warranties of workmanship and material for normal use for five years from date of purchase.

   Dimensions

                Size                                24'                            28'
              LOA                                         24'                                    28'
                    LWL                                         22'2"                                26'2"
                    BEAM                                      9'2"                                  9'2"
                         AFT                                     8'3"                                  8'
                         CHINE AFT                        7'8"                                  7'4"
                    DRAFT                                   12"                                   14"
                    FACTORY WEIGHT              2000 LBS                       2500 LBS
                    WORKING DECK                   19'6"                               23'6"
                            WIDTH                              8'1"                                 8'1"
                    FREEBOARD                          44"                                 44"
                            AFT                                    22"                                 22"
                    WASHBOARDS                      12"                                 12"
                    COLLARS TO COLLARS
                            MAX                                   7'2"                                7'2"
                            AFT                                    6'4"                                 6'

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