CM615 - 1940 Chris-Craft 19 Runabout “Barrel Back” – 30 inches boat model

Specification: Item CM615 - 30L x 6W x 9H Inches (76.2L x 15.2W x 22.9H Cm)

Note: This is a special made to order item, delivery usually take 30-90 days.
Custom features such as name plate or different paint schemes are available for additional charges. Please contact us for details.

Price: $ 2,543.00

Description:

The 1940 19' Chris-Craft Custom Runabout “Barrel Back” is one of the most celebrated wooden boats in American boating history. Renowned for its distinctive rounded stern and flawless mahogany finish, this model represents the pinnacle of pre-war Chris-Craft design, combining refined luxury with outstanding performance.

This 30 inches custom-made replica is handcrafted upon request using premium Western Red Cedar, Teak, Mahogany, and carefully selected exotic woods. Constructed with the traditional plank-on-frame technique, the model faithfully reproduces the iconic barrel-shaped transom, deck configuration, and elegant hardware details. Each build requires approximately 4–5 months to complete.

Every element is crafted with museum-grade precision. During the build, you will receive detailed photo updates at each major production stage, allowing for review and approval before proceeding:

- Hull construction and planking
- Deck detailing, cockpit layout, and structural features
- Final painting, varnishing, and finishing touches

Upon final approval, the completed model will be carefully packed in a custom wooden crate with reinforced cushioning, ensuring safe worldwide shipping.

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History:

Introduced in the late 1930s, the Chris-Craft Barrel Back Runabout became one of the most recognizable pleasure boats of its era. Built during the golden age of wooden boatbuilding, it reflected Chris-Craft’s ability to combine refined design with efficient production techniques.

The model is distinguished by its rounded transom, later known as the “barrel back,” which improved water flow while giving the boat a smooth, continuous profile. By 1940, the 19-foot version was particularly well regarded for its balanced proportions, comfortable cockpit layout, and dependable performance on inland waterways.

Production ceased as World War II shifted industrial priorities, making original Barrel Back runabouts increasingly rare. Today, the 1940 19’ model stands as a lasting symbol of pre-war American recreational boating.