Earle Barnes 1930 Launch 26'

Motor Vehicle

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Boatique Boathouse Collection, LLC.

Excellent example of an early Barnes Long Deck Launch.

Excellent example of an early Barnes Long Deck Launch.

Name/Title

Earle Barnes 1930 Launch 26'

Entry/Object ID

2.1930.26.LU.285

Description

1930 26' Earle Barnes Launch

Motor Vehicle Type

Launch

Category

Antique

Make and Manufacture

Manufacturer

Earle Barnes

Model

Launch

Make and Manufacture Notes

Name - Aurora

Motor Vehicle Details

Engine

Details

Chrysler Imperial 115 HP

Fuel Type

Leaded Gasoline

Engine Position

Inboard

Horsepower

115 HP

Vehicle Numbers

Number Type

Hull Number

Provenance

Notes

In his early teens, Earl Barnes did an apprenticeship with Bert Minnett. In 1926 he started his own business, in a short time Earl Barnes became one of Muskoka’s respected boat builders. Earl Barnes build about 25 boats and few have survived.

Update Date

January 14, 2026