American Marine Engines, 1885-1950 - Tapa blanda

"A remarkable book, not to be read through once and put aside but to be kept handy for frequent short glimpses of how things were." --"National Fisherman" on "Old Marine Engines"

"Looking for a holiday gift for the gear-head in your life? Consider American Marine Engines 18851950 . . . which gives a comprehensive look at what made vessels of old keep chugging." Soundings

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"A must-have for engine collectors; details the history of the marine engine, identifies more than 900 manufacturers, and advises on researching and collecting." WoodenBoat

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"If the antique engine bug has bitten you, too, then American Marine Engines, 18851950 is for you . . . Marine engine lovers, your ship has come in." National Fisherman

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From the first internal combustion engine installation and the craft that took troops ashore on D-Day to the mid-1920s boom in recreational motorboating and beyond, this narrative presents a flawless history of the marine engine field. With an alphabetical listing of approximately 1,000 engine companies in the U.S. and Canada, this in-depth portrait also includes detailed information about founders and products, advice on the most desirable engines, tips on identifying unknown engines, and suggestions for independent research.