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Well I sure wasn't shopping for another solo canoe when an unusual boat that I had never seen turned up in craigslist and I ended up taking it home. It's a 1994 Blackhawk Shadow SS Special. 15'8" (I think). Shallow V hull. It has the plain end flotation tanks like other Blackhawk Shadows but has ash and mahogany trim like some of the fancier and more expensive solos like Zephyr and Ariel. It needs some TLC but is in nice shape overall. I picked it up last night and have already had it out once and so far I like it. The cane seat failed at the take-out so I need to take care of that. I spent a few hours scrubbing the interior with non abrasive cleaner and a stiff brush and it's looking much better. Have retightened all fasteners and will soon sand and refinish the wood. What fun!