Copernicus

Runabout

Year Built: 2002

Length: 24’

Beam: 6 ft

Built from a 1920s George Crouch design called “Grayling Jr.” that had been published in Motorboating Magazine.  The design was intended to be powered by a Gray Model Z motor, which was produced until 1927.

Traditionally built with red cedar planks on bent oak frames.  The decks are bookmatched red cedar and mahogany.  Bronze hardware was designed and cast by the builder.

Powered by a Mercruiser 4 cylinder 120 horsepower motor

2003 Winner at the Victoria B.C. Classic Boat Festival for Best Runabout and Best Replica