Classic, Vintage Pond Yacht c.a. 1940 - 1950 Era, Lake of The Ozarks

Now here's a very special pond yacht which originated from an owner who lives in the "Lakes of the Ozarks region of Missouri.

Lake of the Ozarks is a reservoir created by impounding the Osage River in the northern part of the Ozarks in central Missouri. Parts of three smaller tributaries to the Osage are included in the impoundment: the Niangua River, Grandglaize Creek, and Gravois Creek. The lake has a surface area of 54,000 acres

The previous owner contacted me for a restoration project on this particular boat. (After the restoration which took more than 30 hours). I loved it so much that I made him an offer. He accepted it!
This 1940's to 1950"s pond yacht has been in his family for many years. His father sailed it in the local lakes region where they still live today.

This very special piece of nautical history is 36"L x 7.5"W x 56"H (in its stand). A large size yacht which will impress all that see it.

During this extensive restoration, I used the original paint colors of parchment white, antique matted yellow, with a red watermark line. The hardware is all original, made of copper, brass and hardwood. The Dacron sails are original. The stand is original, but we did also restore it.
Please see info below.

SPECIFICATIONS AND VALUATION

The following is a list of factors which are considered in our ship model Appraisal/Evaluation if applicable.

1. General quality of craftsmanship: Excellent
2. Provenance: USA / Lake of The Ozarks, Missouri
3. Rarity (i.e.: P.O.W. & DOCKYARD vs C.W. MORGAN) Member: Rare
4. Historically accurate (regards to plans/research) The International Society of Appraisers
5. Builder (reputation) International Congress of Maritime Museums
6. Methods & materials used in construction American Institute for Conservation of Historic Value: Solid Wood plank on frame
7. Uniformity of scale and proportion Artistic Works: Accurate
8. Size (2” vs 10’) Nautical Research Guild: 36” L X 7.5”W X 56”H
9. Present condition: Excellent: Fully restored.
10. Era & vessel type: 1920's: Full Keel Pond boat
11. Sails: Dacron (Original)
12. Finish (painted or natural). Painted / Stain
13. Overall display and presentation: Excellent

Class A
Scratch-Built Model: Model built entirely from scratch materials by the builder with no commercially fabricated parts except cordage, chain
and belaying pins.
Class B
Modified Scratch-Built Model: Model built from scratch, but supplemented by the use of some commercially fabricated accessories.
Class C
Modified Kit Model: Model built from materials provided in commercial kit, supplemented by other commercially fabricated parts or by
scratch-built parts.
Class D
Kit Model: Model built entirely from materials provided in commercial kits.
Special
Sub Categories: Model built and/or displayed in any of the following methods:
Antique • Waterline • Cross Section • Cut-Away • Exposed Interior • Sailing • Half Hull • Rare Materials • Diorama • Power • Mechanized •
Builders’ Model • Extreme Miniature • Ship-in-a-Bottle • Shadowbox • Americana • Folk Art • Decorative • Pond Model • Production • Other



This unique and historic class “A” yacht would make a great gift for that special person who likes history and the open sea. A truly wonderful piece of history that will " Turn Heads"

We ship all of our boats (Free Shipping) with some assembly required. We detach the sails and rigging for safe shipment. Instructions for minor assembly will be enclosed. Attach the sails and rigging and your boat is ready to enjoy!

Value: $2,550 to $2,700 (Auction or Retail) 2026

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