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In 1958, Rexcraft included among their lineup a 14' "Ranger" and 16' "Crusader" model. In 1959, Rexcraft offered a 16' "Regent" model. No original literature such as a catalog or ad flyer have been located so far, but will be added here when made available. | In 1958, Rexcraft included among their lineup a 14' "Ranger" and 16' "Crusader" model. In 1959, Rexcraft offered a 16' "Regent" model. No original literature such as a catalog or ad flyer have been located so far, but will be added here when made available. | ||
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| + | Charles McGill, a former [[Lone Star|Lone Star Boats]] engineer and executive moved to Houston in September 1956. An aluminum salesman who was a mutual contact put him in touch with the president of Consolidated General Products who was interested in getting into boat-building. McGill got the operation off the ground by designing several models and hiring another former Lone Star employee to operate the shop. After about a year, he left the company and got into business with Powell Awbrey of Anchortite, Inc. and formed [[Jayhawk|Jayhawk Marine, Inc.]]. | ||
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File:Rexcrafta58001.jpg|1958 Rexcraft Ad | File:Rexcrafta58001.jpg|1958 Rexcraft Ad | ||
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Revision as of 16:45, 11 November 2015
Additional History Needed. Please contact us to edit or contribute to this page.
Rexcraft Boats
Consolidated General Products, Inc.
611 W. 22nd St.
Houston, Texas
In 1958, Rexcraft included among their lineup a 14' "Ranger" and 16' "Crusader" model. In 1959, Rexcraft offered a 16' "Regent" model. No original literature such as a catalog or ad flyer have been located so far, but will be added here when made available.
Charles McGill, a former Lone Star Boats engineer and executive moved to Houston in September 1956. An aluminum salesman who was a mutual contact put him in touch with the president of Consolidated General Products who was interested in getting into boat-building. McGill got the operation off the ground by designing several models and hiring another former Lone Star employee to operate the shop. After about a year, he left the company and got into business with Powell Awbrey of Anchortite, Inc. and formed Jayhawk Marine, Inc..
1958 Information
1958 Rexcraft Ad
1958 Rexcraft Article
