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It's possible, I didn't want to get in over my head and I explained to the seller this was my first W/C boat. While I don't have any experience working on W/C canoes, I have a fair amount of woodworking experience (I used to make and repair guitars), a modest shop, and steaming capabilities. I...

That canoe is in rougher shape than the posted pictures show. The owner said the canoe was in excellent condition, but after driving from Virginia Beach to Ballston Spa, it was a real disappointment. It was a good learning experience. I should have picked up on some telltale signs....there are...

OK, after a little over 12 hours of driving, both canoes are home safely, unloaded, sitting on the back deck, and awaiting my arrival to visually enjoy these two boats with a beer, or two. It was a fabulous road trip and getting to meet Robin, and tour The Chestnut Repair Fantasy Land at his...

Update....... I have worked out a deal with the owner and am now the owner of the Chum. I really appreciate everyone's input in helping with this endeavor. Robin has been especially helpful, and I will stop by to see him with my prize on my way back home. The seats have been been covered with...

Thanks for the input, everyone......I have a Kevlar 16' Mad River Discovery now, and have been wanting to get a WC for a while. The wooden gunnels on the MR are just a tease! Don't see too many WC down this way, mostly plastic. I am interested in doing some work on a boat and a recanvas is...

Ok, received a few pictures from the seller. Looks a little funky on the inwhales in the first picture, and it appears there is a splice in the outer gunnel by the thwart on both sides on the second. I cannot discern any fiberglass work from the pictures but the seller thinks there may have been...

Thanks Robin. I spoke with the owner a little while ago, he had seen this thread. The canoe is a 65 vintage, not '69. Apparently there is some checking on the paint. He is going to send me some additional pictures. The canoe hasn't been in the water for at least 15 years. Apparently hung right...

Ah, OCD as well! Things being off center or crooked drive me crazy..... I think most of the items you listed would be easy to check with the exception of the green/short planking. Though I suspect they might show up as uneven flooring. This might be closer to my budget and non-existent...

Hi Robin, What type minor imperfections might exist on a later model Chestnut? The Pal I talked to you about had a lot more issues than the pictures showed, gunnels, ribs, planks......so I passed. Besides, the secret handshake and beer add a bit to the equation! Thanks, Jack