{"product_id":"k246-1940-19-ft-chris-craft-barrel-back-replica","title":"1940 19 Ft. Chris Craft Barrel Back Custom Built Boat Replica","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"394\" data-start=\"376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"376\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"823\" data-start=\"396\"\u003eThe 1940 19’ Chris-Craft Barrel Back is one of the most iconic and collectible classic wooden runabouts ever built, representing the height of American boat design in the pre-war era. Famous for its distinctive rounded transom—known as the “barrel back”—this handcrafted masterpiece combines elegance, innovation, and craftsmanship that defined Chris-Craft Corporation during the golden age of wooden boating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1305\" data-start=\"825\"\u003eEach Chris-Craft Barrel Back replica is built entirely by hand in our workshop using authentic boatbuilding methods and top-quality materials such as Western Red Cedar, Honduras Mahogany, Teak, and U.S.-made Hexcel fiberglass finished with System Three marine spar varnish. Constructed using the traditional plank-on-frame technique, every vessel requires approximately 4–5 months of expert craftsmanship to achieve museum-level precision and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1907\" data-start=\"1307\"\u003eDistinguished by its long foredeck, graceful sheer line, and curved stern, the 19’ Barrel Back delivers both aesthetic beauty and smooth hydrodynamic performance. The rich mahogany planking, polished chrome fittings, and classic cockpit layout reflect timeless sophistication. Every element—upholstery, finish, and hardware—can be fully customized to your vision, whether you’re creating a display model or a full-scale, functional runabout. Each build is crafted from authentic vintage boat plans with full credit to the original designers, ensuring historical accuracy and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1928\" data-start=\"1914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1926\" data-start=\"1914\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2401\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003eIntroduced in the late 1930s, the Chris-Craft Barrel Back Runabout became a symbol of luxury and innovation in American boating. Designed and produced during the peak of wooden boat artistry, it showcased Chris-Craft’s expertise in blending advanced manufacturing with handcrafted elegance. Its signature barrel-shaped transom not only enhanced the boat’s beauty but also improved its handling and wake control, setting a new standard in performance design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2731\" data-start=\"2403\"\u003eBy 1940, the 19-foot model emerged as one of the most admired of its kind—praised for its balanced proportions, spacious open cockpit, and smooth ride across inland waterways. Originally powered by the Chris-Craft Model M inline-6 engine, this runabout offered both reliability and refined power for leisurely cruises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3113\" data-start=\"2733\"\u003eProduction ended during World War II, as materials and manufacturing shifted to military needs, leaving surviving models as rare treasures for collectors today. The 1940 Chris-Craft Barrel Back remains a timeless emblem of pre-war elegance, representing a perfect harmony between engineering innovation and wooden craftsmanship that continues to inspire modern replicas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3131\" data-start=\"3120\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3129\" data-start=\"3120\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3452\" data-start=\"3133\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3246\" data-start=\"3133\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3246\" data-start=\"3135\"\u003eStarting price: \u003cstrong data-end=\"3162\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e$32,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, applicable to the wooden hull only (motor, hardware, and shipping not included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3331\" data-start=\"3247\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3331\" data-start=\"3249\"\u003eBuild time: approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"3289\" data-start=\"3275\"\u003e4–5 months\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on design and customization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3452\" data-start=\"3332\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3452\" data-start=\"3334\"\u003eEach boat is handcrafted from \u003cstrong data-end=\"3402\" data-start=\"3364\"\u003eoriginal classic wooden boat plans\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring historical accuracy and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wooden Boat USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47781678612719,"sku":"K246","price":35100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/3437\/7711\/files\/k246-1940-19-ft-chris-craft-barrel-back-custom-built-boat-replica-l01.jpg?v=1771833337","url":"https:\/\/woodenboatusa.com\/products\/k246-1940-19-ft-chris-craft-barrel-back-replica","provider":"Woodenboatusa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}