Hackercraft
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| Rating | : | 4.17 (971 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0760311072 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-10-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
CROBINSON said Hackercraft -Art in Motion!. Wonderful History and time line of these wonderful designer wood watercrafts. American woid boats were beautiful and this book captures the vision of Hackers legacy!. "Very good history of Hacker and his business interest" according to David W.. Very good history of Hacker and his business interest. Lots of old pictures of the boats and factory. Well worth the money.. "Good book. Does not chronicle all of the boats" according to larry. Good book. Does not chronicle all of the boats built by serial number which would help with restorations. More photos!
James P. A veteran of World War II, he is also a member of several maritime and classic boat historical societies.. Barry is a prolific historian and author of more than a dozen books and myriad magazine articles
Barry is a prolific historian and author of more than a dozen books and myriad magazine articles. A veteran of World War II, he is also a member of several maritime and classic boat historical societies.. About the AuthorJames P
This book tells the story of the enigmatic John Hacker, his innovative designs, and his opulent, well-constructed boats. The book concentrates on the boats, the drivetrains, and the evolution of powerboat design. John Hacker stayed with the business until 1935 and again moved on. This book is organized chronologically with John Hacker as the through line, retracing his involvement with each company. He started Hacker Boat Company in Detroit in 1914 and drafted some of the most successful and popular designs such as the Belle Isle Bear Cat. Despite the horrendous economic impact of the Great Depression, Hacker Boat Company pressed on. The company was in its prime, and after opening a satellite location in Mount Clemens, Michigan, Hacker relocated his business, including all 68 employees, to the Mount Clemens location. Hacker boats were built until 1961. Hacker was arguably the most significant runabout and power boat designer of the first half of the 20th century. It highlights the life and times of John Hacker as well as the key designers and company officers that worked behind the scenes.