Blackjack was once a daper vessel recognized as extremely strong, seaworth, and fully capable of fine performance in any water!  She is part of the 1965 (we think!) Chris-Craft Sea Skiff Divsions fleet built in Pompano Beach, Florida.  The following pictures are from the sales catalogue of Chris-Craft Corporation.

About the Images

     "When old salts venture out on rough water, they prefer to have a round-bilge, full-lapstrake Sea Skiff hull under them.  Because nothing does a better job of flattening waves.  When the stout strakes of the Sea Skiff hull meet a wall of water, they transform it into a soft cushion for the boat to pass over. "

     "But salt-water skippers aren't the only ones who favor Chris-Craft Sea Skiffs.  Boatsmen on the big lakes and other inland water appreciate the softer ride and the feeling of confidence and security that their extra-strong lapstrake hulls offer.  And when it come to a lapstrake hull with good looks, comfortable acommodations, and stern-to-stern utility, you can't beat a Chris-craft Sea Skiff."*

Copyright 1965 Chris-Craft Corp.  

More Information of Lapstrake Hull

     "The Sea Skiff hull starts with an inner keel of tough Philippine mahogany, flanked by main stringers of seasoned fir.  Frames of steam-bent white oak are bolted into place.  They're strong, yet resilient.

     Sheets of five-ply, marine-grade plywood are pre-cut into strakes.  Side strakes have an outer ply of Philippine mahogany with a phenolic resin overlay.

     The strakes are laid into place on the frame.  Copper, brass and silicon bronze fastenings are used."*

Copyright 1963 Chris-Craft Corp.