50s or 60s pics need insight

[kemble]

Hello everyone I am new to this site and thought it would be a good idea to introduce both me and my new to me boat. I picked this jewel up complete with engine and trailer for $125. Came with a 1958 evinrude sportwin 10hp. The trailer has already been cleaned and painted (no before pics but it was rough).

The previous owner thought the boat was a 59 or 60 but didnt know for sure. It also came with a off to the side steering console that is not pictured at this time. But looking around on the net I cant seem to locate a pic of one like it.

all tags indicating year and model are missing. So if you guys have any clues please clue me in.

 

[kemble]

Re: 50s or 60s pics need insight

Ok after a little more digging, I have found out it is an FD model. The numbers on the kicker for the transom are 7862.

 

[Vintage Aluminum]

Re: 50s or 60s pics need insight

Looks to be a '59. Beginning in 1960 the spray rail runs closer to the waterline. Not positive, but looks to be pre-1960. Some have had success working with the factory to place a boat by model number/year. When I have a chance I will check it against by FDs.

Nice boat...white oak on the inside of the transom, good plywood on the outside (not originally green treated...not sure that existed in those days--creosote might have been the preservative of choice!)

Side console steering is a pretty neat option...keeps it open for fishing and movement around the boat.

Keep us posted on progress and needs...

VA

 

[Shizzy]

Re: 50s or 60s pics need insight

great looking rig. It's always nice to see another FD owner coming on board.