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Chesapeake Bay Flattie

By: Midwest Products Co.

Type: Scale Model

Product Line: Model Ships (Midwest Products Co.)


Product Info

Title
Chesapeake Bay Flattie
Sub-category
Dimensions
15x7x3.5"
NKG Part #
2148023026
Type
Scale Model

Description

Around the turn of the century, flat-bottomed, shallow draft work boats, called "Flatties", were used along the coast of Virginia and North Carolina to carry produce down shoal creeks to market, and for hauling oysters from shallow flats and bars. The Flattie's simple lines allowed it to be easily and cheaply built from commonly available lumber. Evolving into pleasure boats, Flattie's ply the waters of Chesapeake Bay to this day.