Earle Barnes 1936 Double Cockpit Forward Runabout 19'

Canadian designer builder Earl Barnes was known for his Indian War Bonnet trademark on the bow.

Canadian designer builder Earl Barnes was known for his Indian War Bonnet trademark on the bow.

Name/Title

Earle Barnes 1936 Double Cockpit Forward Runabout 19'

Entry/Object ID

2.1936.19.RN.184

Description

1936 Earle Barnes Double Cockpit Forward Runabout 19'

Motor Vehicle Type

Runabout

Category

Antique

Make and Manufacture

Manufacturer

Earle Barnes

Model

19' Runabout

Manufacture Date

1936

Make and Manufacture Notes

Name - Lady EL

Motor Vehicle Details

Engine

Details

Chrysler 75 HP 6 Cyl

Engine Position

Inboard

Horsepower

75 HP

Vehicle Numbers

Number Type

Hull Number

Number

22E-12222

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

19 FT

Provenance

Notes

In 1926 Barnes 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