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1943 Chris-Craft Special Utility 19
norwich, norfolk
£29,995 ex. VAT
Christopher James Boats Ltd
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1 month
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Engine
Chris Craft K-Series (x1)
Total Power
95hp
Engine Hours
NA
Class
Power Daycruiser
Length
5.79m (19.00ft)
Year
1943
Model
Special Utility 19
Capacity
Boat Details
Description
This beautifully preserved Chris‑Craft 19' Special Utility represents one of the final examples of the company’s pre‑war mahogany craftsmanship, a rare survivor from the transitional years when Chris‑Craft shifted from civilian pleasure craft to wartime production. Built to the 1943 design specification, this model is the direct predecessor to the celebrated post‑war Sportsman line, sharing the same open‑cockpit layout, elegant sheer, and unmistakable Chris‑Craft character.
Surviving examples of the 19' Special Utility are exceptionally scarce, particularly those retaining documented provenance from the early 1940s. A boat from this period offers collectors and enthusiasts a rare opportunity to acquire a genuine piece of Chris‑Craft heritage. A craft that bridges the company’s golden pre‑war era with the iconic Sportsman models that followed.
Keuka has been in the family of the current owner since 1987 and came to the UK in 2018. Following her arrival, she immediately underwent a restoration by the renowned and respected team at Landamores. They have also been the team charged with her maintenance ever since. Keuka comes to Market with not only her stunning appearance but also a large dossier of works and paperwork that dates back to her inception. This paperwork also incuses her initial order form. As is the case with many older boats, not everything is known about when she was actually built and delivered. what we do know is that the was ordered in October 1941 to a 1943 specification.
Keuka has been kept in full working order but he would also not look out of place ashore in someone's collection of classic cars & transportation This is a Genuine opportunity to take stewardship of a genuine piece of boat building history.
Please note that due to the nature of the sale and her special nature, viewings are by pre-arranged appointment only.
Disclaimer:
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.Boat Summary
Make:
Chris-Craft
Model:
Special Utility 19
Boat Type:
motor
Boat Class:
Power Daycruiser
Build Year:
1943
Refit Year:
-
Hull Number:
-
Deck Plans:
Propulsion
Engine
Make:
Chris Craft
Model:
K-Series
No. engines:
1
Year:
-
Hours:
-
Type:
-
Fuel:
diesel
Propeller Material:
-
Total Power:
95hp
Specification
Dimensions
Length (Overall):
5.79m (19.00ft)
Length (Waterline):
-
Beam:
1.98m (6.50ft)
Min Draft:
-
Max Draft:
-
Min Bridge Clearance:
-
Weigths
Gross Weight:
-
Displacement:
-
Tanks
Fresh Water Tanks:
-
Fuel Tanks:
83
Holding Tanks:
-
Speed & Distance
Max Speed:
-
Cruising Speed:
-
Range at cruising speed:
-
Miscellaneous
Windlass:
-
Deadrise at transom:
-
Hull Material:
wood
Life Raft Capacity:
-
Accomodation
Seating Capacity:
-
Guest Cabins:
-
Guest Heads:
-
Cabin Headroom:
-
Crew Cabins:
-
Crew Heads:
-
Christopher James Boats Ltd
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1943 Chris-Craft Special Utility 19
norwich, norfolk
£29,995 ex. VAT
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Active Listings
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Sold Listings
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